National Genealogical Society

About NGS

The National Genealogical Society, a nonprofit organization founded in 1903, is the premier national society for everyone from the beginner to the most advanced family historian... Learn More

Highlights

Paths to Your Past

View the NGS production, Paths to Your Past


Want your own personal copy of Paths to Your Past on DVD? Click here to buy today.


Calling All Teen Genealogists - Thomas Adams, 2009 Rubincam Youth Award Winner


American Genealogy: Home Study Course


Interested in attending an NGS Conference? Watch NGS Conferences-What to Expect today!

 



NGS 2011 Family History Conference

Mark your calendars

NGS 2011 Family History Conference to be held 11-14 May 2011, Charleston, South Carolina. Read more.

A Genealogist's Dream! Salt Lake City

Access to millions of records from all over the world, under one roof. at the Family History Library in Salt Lake City. Join experienced  leaders and other family historians for the research trip of your dreams. Learn more.


Click here to learn more and to register for the 2010 NGS Fall Research Trip.

 

Free Course for Members

Start your family history quest or brush up on genealogy basics by reviewing our free online Family History Skills course for members. Learn More.


Learn more about other benefits of joining the National Genealogical Society.

 

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