Have you ever searched for a piece of information you know you have but can’t find? Have you ever wanted to gather all the information you have on one individual in one place? Have you ever been overwhelmed with “stuff” … Continue reading
Have you ever thought about volunteering with WMGS? We’d love to have you on the team! Volunteers are the lifeblood of our society, and there are many opportunities for our members to contribute and bring in new ideas. Some tasks … Continue reading
Whether you’re just starting your research on your New England ancestors or are a seasoned veteran, you’ll enjoy our November meeting. As a sequel to her presentation to us last spring, Diane MacLean Boumenot, CG, will present “Changing New England … Continue reading
At our September 19th training session, Dave Lapierre reviewed and demonstrated three popular websites for finding our ancestors’ resting places: Find A Grave, BillionGraves, and Interment.net. All three of these sites are free to use, and two of them have … Continue reading
Court records are an underutilized genealogical resource. While courthouses hold common records like marriage, divorce, naturalization, and probate items, you might be surprised to find that your ancestor had a criminal record. Was he involved in a lawsuit or bankruptcy … Continue reading
We’re inviting all our members to join us at our genealogy-focused holiday Zoom party on Thursday, December 19 at 7 p.m.! This will be our third virtual holiday party, and it’s quickly becoming a much-enjoyed tradition. (Note: Dates changed for … Continue reading
You’ve found your ancestors listed in a ship’s passenger list and are thrilled to learn where they came from, how much money they brought with them, and who they were going to meet. But did you know that much more … Continue reading
Kick off the new year with our inaugural virtual Special Interest Group (SIG) session in January! This month, we’re diving into Canadian genealogy research. What to Expect: Knowledge Sharing: Connect with members researching ancestors from across Canada. New Resources: Discover … Continue reading
Massachusetts resident Sybil Gilcrist discovered five brave World War I African American patriots from Pittsylvania County, Virginia, in her extended family. Bound by community ties, these men and their families shared a vibrant social, religious, and commercial life. Through compelling … Continue reading