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Genealogy - Indianapolis

Local Genealogy Organizations

Local Genealogy Involvement 

Indiana Chapter - Palatines to America (INPALAM)
Indiana-based chapter providing German genealogy resources, workshops, and publications.
(Paid Membership)

Indiana Genealogical Society (IGS)
Provides resources for Indiana family history research, including databases, publications, and workshops.
(Free for basic resources, Paid Membership for full access)

Allen County Genealogical Society of Indiana (ACGSI)
Local society supporting genealogical research in Allen County, home to the renowned Genealogy Center.
(Free for basic info, Paid Membership for publications and services)

Indiana Historical Society (IHS)
Offers Indiana historical and genealogical resources, workshops, and collections.
(Free for general info, Membership for additional benefits)

Society of Indiana Pioneers
Membership organization for descendants of early Indiana settlers prior to 1840. Offers resources, lineage records, and historical programs.
(Paid Membership)

Southern Indiana Genealogical Society (SIGS)
Focuses on family history research in Clark, Floyd, Harrison, and surrounding counties in Southern Indiana.
(Free for general info; Paid Membership for events and publications)

Cass County Historical Society & Genealogical Library
Local society offering genealogical resources and historical collections specific to Cass County, Indiana.
(Free for general info; Onsite resources)

 

National Genealogy Organizations

National Genealogy Involvement 

The Mayflower Society (General Society of Mayflower Descendants)
Membership organization for proven descendants of Mayflower passengers.
(Paid Membership)

The Society of Colonial Wars
A lineage society for descendants of those who served in military or civil capacities in British North America from 1607-1775.
(Paid Membership)

New England Historic Genealogical Society (American Ancestors)
One of the oldest genealogical societies in the U.S., offering extensive New England records and resources.
(Free and Paid Membership options)

Palatines to America (PalAm) - German Genealogy Society
Focuses on German-speaking ancestors who emigrated to North America.
(Paid Membership)

African American Genealogical and Historical Society (AAHGS)
Focuses on African American family history, with resources, conferences, and local chapters.
(Free for basic info, Paid membership for full access)

Hispanic Genealogical Society of New York (HGSNY
Promotes Hispanic genealogy and history with research help and educational programs.
(Paid Membership)

International Society of Genetic Genealogy (ISOGG)
Dedicated to the use and study of DNA for genealogical purposes.
(Free, Online)

Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR)
A lineage-based membership organization for descendants of Revolutionary War patriots. Offers genealogical resources and assistance.
(Some resources free, Membership required for full access)

National Genealogical Society (NGS)
Provides education, resources, conferences, and publications for genealogists of all levels.
(Free articles & resources; Paid membership for full access)

Federation of Genealogical Societies (FGS)
Supports genealogical societies and promotes preservation and access to records.
(Free, Online)