MGC Board Meeting
Virtual Zoom MIVitual monthly Board meeting
Vitual monthly Board meeting
This course will give the participant an overview of forensic genealogy and the role of the genealogist in these types of cases. We will discuss some of the major types of cases in which a forensic genealogist may be involved, such as guardianship, oil and gas, unidentified and unclaimed persons, and probate. The role of ... Read more
Every year, the Archives of Michigan and the Michigan Genealogical Council host a seminar to promote family history awareness and teach genealogy research skills. The event is generously supported by the Abrams Foundation in loving memory of Barbara J. Brown. We are delighted to be hosting Kelvin L. Meyers, who will join us onsite in ... Read more
The 45th annual GSMC seminar is on May 10th, 2025. Join us for four one-hour-long lectures related to genealogy. There will also be door prizes, exhibitors, and vendors. Adam Oster is the Community Engagement Librarian for the Library of Michigan. He will speak on "Yearbooks, alumni lists, and other school-related records" and "Michigan County Poor ... Read more
Vitual monthly Board meeting
Vitual monthly Board meeting
This session will provide an overview of organization membership with NGS and how it works along with some direction for locating resources on the NGS website and time for questions. If there is time and interest, NGS individual membership and the different purpose and benefits it has can also be covered.
Vitual monthly Board meeting
Vitual monthly Board meeting
This presentation will focus on the history, current state, and future plans for Michigan's birth, death, marriage, and divorce records. Attendees will learn how Michigan vital records system evolved historically and the impact of that evolution on records availability and access in the present day. Attendees will also learn of plans to digitize, modernize, and ... Read more
Join other genealogists for research in our nation’s capitol – and bring along your non-genealogist friends who would like to tour DC and the area! Visit the Kalamazoo Valley Genealogical Society website for additional details, a flyer, and helpful pre-trip resources the society offers before the trip.
Vitual monthly Board meeting