Rhode Island Genealogical Society - RIGS

Rhode Island Genealogical Society - RIGS The Rhode Island Genealogical Society was founded in 1975 to help our members to focus specifically on Rhode Island family history.

Waterfire is looking for portraits of Rhode Islanders for their July 4th event. Do you have family photos of your ances...
06/11/2026

Waterfire is looking for portraits of Rhode Islanders for their July 4th event. Do you have family photos of your ancestors that showcase their life and work?

Photograph by Mike Hayes Welcome!  We are seeking compelling images of Rhode Islanders that tell our RI story and our history to be projected on six screens at WaterFire on July 4th.  WaterFire and the 250th Commission wish to create a portrait both of us today, and also one that captures the past...

Excellent progress in this extremely important project. When Secretary Amore spoke at RIGS 50th anniversary last year, h...
06/11/2026

Excellent progress in this extremely important project. When Secretary Amore spoke at RIGS 50th anniversary last year, he got a big round of applause for his pursuit of this important effort to promote and safeguard Rhode Island’s unique history.

Last day to submit proposals for next year's programs.
05/29/2026

Last day to submit proposals for next year's programs.

The Rhode Island Genealogical Society seeks presentation proposals for its September 2026 to May 2027 calendar year. Categories include skill-building, new tools, Rhode Island related content, and Rhode Island families. RIGS has approximately 600 members. We offer $200. Per 50 minute presentation. O...

And our final speaker is michael J Leclerc. On resources of the American French Genealogical Society.
05/16/2026

And our final speaker is michael J Leclerc. On resources of the American French Genealogical Society.

Next up. Roger Williams!! Aka John McNiff
05/16/2026

Next up. Roger Williams!! Aka John McNiff

Great lecture by charlotte carrington Farmer on Roger Williams World
05/16/2026

Great lecture by charlotte carrington Farmer on Roger Williams World

Hope you'll be able to join us for our Annual Meeting. Lunches must be ordered by May 8th. Come meet Roger Williams, a...
04/23/2026

Hope you'll be able to join us for our Annual Meeting. Lunches must be ordered by May 8th. Come meet Roger Williams, a historian who writes about Roger, and learn more about RI's only genealogical library, AFGS. Hint: It's not just French Canadian records.

Join us for the next RIGS Member Meeting!

Thank you Crista Cowan! An opportunity to chat about RI.
04/13/2026

Thank you Crista Cowan! An opportunity to chat about RI.

Unlock the secrets of your family photos with The Photo Detective®, Maureen Taylor, as we explore the "independent spirit" of Rhode Island."You can drive fro...

It's that time of year! We are seeking proposals for talks for our 2026/2027 programming.
04/09/2026

It's that time of year! We are seeking proposals for talks for our 2026/2027 programming.

The Rhode Island Genealogical Society seeks presentation proposals for its September 2026 to May 2027 calendar year. Categories include skill-building, new tools, Rhode Island related content, and Rhode Island families. RIGS has approximately 600 members. We offer $200. Per 50 minute presentation. O...

Application deadline was extended to April 15! For more information, check out "Funding Opportunities" at rigensoc.org
03/23/2026

Application deadline was extended to April 15! For more information, check out "Funding Opportunities" at rigensoc.org

The Rhode Island Genealogical Society welcomes applications for funding from $300 to $ 2,000 in support of digitization, purchases, content, or long-term preservation of records for those researching Rhode Island ancestors.

Application Deadline: April 1, 2026

For more information, check out "Funding Opportunities" at rigensoc.org.

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