NEHGS

New England Historic Genealogical Society

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What's New

	5/7/2008 New Database: Seymour, Connecticut, Vital Records to 1910 View Now >
	4/29/2008 New Database: Vital Records of Barnstable, Massachusetts View Now >
	4/29/2008 New Online Seminar: An Overview of the NEHGS Manuscript Collection View Now >
	4/3/2008 New Article: Gary Boyd Roberts Notes on the Three Presidential Candidates Ancestry View Now >
	4/2/2008 New Article: Great Migration Newsletter Volume 17 No. 1 View Now >

Founded in 1845, New England Historic Genealogical Society is the oldest and most respected nonprofit genealogical organization in the country. We invite you to learn more about how NEHGS can help you explore a wealth of resources and research tools to discover your family’s story today.

Jean Maguire Whether you visit our eight-story library in Boston or conduct your research online, NEHGS offers access to some of the most renowned professional genealogists in the country. Let them assist you with your research questions and challenges.
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May 14, 2008
NEHGS Library
Researching in Federal Records

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May 17, 2008
NEHGS Library
The Boston Italians

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May 22, 2008
National Archives, Waltham, MA
National Archives Reseach Day (Waltham, MA)

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Online Genealogist

Need research guidance? Ask our Online Genealogist, David Lambert. (Complimentary Service)
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Whether you’re new to genealogy or an experienced researcher, NEHGS has the unmatched resources and tools to make your research easy and productive. More here.

Using NEHGS website

NEHGS has launched a new website design with improved navigation and functionality. We have developed a number of getting started pages to assist you with navigating the new site.
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Celebrate Mother's Day

Celebrate Mother's Day!
View a special exhibit honoring the mothers, grandmothers and great-grandmothers of staff members of the New England Historic Genealogical Society.
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Featured Book

Guide to Diaries in the R. Stanton Avery Special Collections of the New England Historic Genealogical Society
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Latest Publications

New England Ancestors
Spring 2008, Volume 9, no. 2
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