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The '''Minnesota Genealogical Society'''
 
== Benefits  ==
*What are the benefits for becoming a member of the society?
*What are the benefits the society has to offer for those who are not members?
 
== History of '''<font size="5" face="Times New Roman">t</font>'''he society  ==
 
The Minnesota Genealogical Society was founded in 1969 to promote family history and help people with Minnesota connections find their ancestry.
 
== Society Officers  ==
 
2009-2010 Minnesota Genealogical Society Officers:
 


==About the society==


The Minnesota Genealogical Society, organized in 1969, is a 501(c)3 educational organization whose purpose is to:  
President: J. H. Fonkert


*Foster and increase interest in genealogy by providing an association for those interested in family, state, and local history.
1st Vice President: Terry Kita
*Collect, preserve, and publish genealogical and historical records and information.
*Hold meetings, classes, and workshops to educate members on current genealogy-related topics.


MGS achieves its mission through providing genealogical education and making genealogical resources available through the Minnesota Genealogy Center.
2nd Vice President: Jennifer de Fiebre


The goal of the Minnesota Genealogical Society (MGS) and its branches is to provide education on methods of genealogical research, social activities with other individuals with genealogy interests, and a place to research ancestors. Our Library & Research Center provides a wide variety of information covering many countries, articles on vital statistics, military records, immigration, mapping records and many other areas of research.
Treasurer: Valerie Morrison


MGS is an entirely volunteer run organization. They are always looking for volunteers to assist with various duties, committees, and projects.
Secretary: David Suddarth


'''MGS is a FamilySearch Library Affiliate.'''
Past President: Robin Panlener


==Benefits==
== Society Projects  ==


The Minnesota Genealogical Society welcomes any person with an interest in genealogy or local history! Joining a genealogical society is one of the best ways to propel your research forward. MGS is a friendly place to meet and learn from people who share your interest in genealogy. [https://mngs.org/Membership You can find out more on the membership page.]
=== Current Projects  ===


Minnesota Genealogical Society membership benefits include:
=== FamilySearch Wiki Projects  ===


*Free admission to the William J. Hoffman Library and Research Center (LRC) with access to MGS, branch, and affiliate library collections and database subscriptions. It is one of the top research facilities in the Midwest.
=== Past Projects  ===
*Subscription to our quarterly print journal ''Generations''
*Automatic addition of your email address to the mailing list of our monthly e-newsletter
*Free participation in any or all MGS Interest Groups
*Discounts for MGS conferences and classes
*Access to Members Only area of the MGS website, including webinar recordings and handouts
*Voice and vote at all MGS membership meetings and elections


==Publications==
== Publications ==


The Minnesota Genealogical Society produces a quarterly journal publication, ''Generations'', for members, focusing on genealogical education and stories with articles submitted by its readers. [https://mngs.org/Journal-Past Visit the Publications page for information on how to submit a story.]
The Minnesota Genealogical Society produces two publications for members and subscribers.


==Newsletters==
A monthly digital newsletter focused on current Society news and events.


==Minnesota Genealogy Center==


The Minnesota Genealogy Center is home to MGS, its interest groups, branches, and partner organizations. The center houses:
- ''Minnesota Genealogist ''-- a quarterly journal focused on genealogical education.


*[https://mngs.org/Hoffman-Research-Library Hoffman Research Library]
- ''Minnesota Families ''-- a monthly digital newsletter focused on current Society news.
*Classrooms and meeting rooms
*MGS branch and partner offices


==Hoffman Research Library==
== Newsletters  ==


The Hoffman Research Library (HRL), located at the Minnesota Genealogy Center, has over 30,000 books, microfilm, journals and other items. And it is not just a Minnesota collection.
== Collections  ==


HRL is unique – it is a collection of collections including items from the following groups:
The Minnesota Genealogical Society Library and Research Center houses more than 25,000 books, journals, microfilms, maps and other reference materials.&nbsp; Among the library's holdings are collections of the Irish Genealogical Society&nbsp;International, the Czechoslovak Genealogical Society International, the Ostfriesien Genealogical Society of America, the Norwegian-American Genealogical Association, the Swedish Genealogical Society of Minnesota, the Pommern Regional Group, the Polish Genealogical Society of Minnesota, the Yankee Genealogical Society and the Canadian Genealogical and Heritage Society of Minnesota.


*Norwegian
== Events  ==
*Irish
*Romanian
*Canadian
*Polish
*Ostfriesen
*Pommern
*Swedish
*Czechoslovakian
*Danish
*Yankee


Volunteers for these groups frequently staff the library to assist you in finding information. Check the [http://www.mngs.org MGS web pages], the calendar or ask volunteers in the library for the schedule.
=== Society Meetings  ===


Be sure to check the [http://minnesotags.mlasolutions.com/ library’s online catalog] to find the materials you are looking for.
=== Workshops  ===


'''MGS and the Hoffman Research Library is a FamilySearch Library Affiliate.'''


==Events==


Visit [https://mngs.org/MGS-Events MGS Events] for current information about events, classes, and meetings
October 1-2, 2010 -- North Star Genealogy Conference, featuring Thomas W. Jones, CG.


==Society Projects==
=== Board Meetings  ===


===Current Projects===
=== Training Meetings  ===


===FamilySearch Wiki Projects===
== Frequently Asked Questions  ==


'''A wiki article describing online collections is found at:'''
;Q. What are the directions to the society?
:A.


[[Minnesota, Stevens County Genealogical Society Records - FamilySearch Historical Records|Minnesota, Stevens County Genealogical Society Records - FamilySearch Historical Records]]
;Q. What are the society's hours of operation?
:A.


===Past Projects===


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The Minnesota Genealogical Society

Benefits[edit | edit source]

  • What are the benefits for becoming a member of the society?
  • What are the benefits the society has to offer for those who are not members?

History of the society[edit | edit source]

The Minnesota Genealogical Society was founded in 1969 to promote family history and help people with Minnesota connections find their ancestry.

Society Officers[edit | edit source]

2009-2010 Minnesota Genealogical Society Officers:


President: J. H. Fonkert

1st Vice President: Terry Kita

2nd Vice President: Jennifer de Fiebre

Treasurer: Valerie Morrison

Secretary: David Suddarth

Past President: Robin Panlener

Society Projects[edit | edit source]

Current Projects[edit | edit source]

FamilySearch Wiki Projects[edit | edit source]

Past Projects[edit | edit source]

Publications[edit | edit source]

The Minnesota Genealogical Society produces two publications for members and subscribers.


- Minnesota Genealogist -- a quarterly journal focused on genealogical education.

- Minnesota Families -- a monthly digital newsletter focused on current Society news.

Newsletters[edit | edit source]

Collections[edit | edit source]

The Minnesota Genealogical Society Library and Research Center houses more than 25,000 books, journals, microfilms, maps and other reference materials.  Among the library's holdings are collections of the Irish Genealogical Society International, the Czechoslovak Genealogical Society International, the Ostfriesien Genealogical Society of America, the Norwegian-American Genealogical Association, the Swedish Genealogical Society of Minnesota, the Pommern Regional Group, the Polish Genealogical Society of Minnesota, the Yankee Genealogical Society and the Canadian Genealogical and Heritage Society of Minnesota.

Events[edit | edit source]

Society Meetings[edit | edit source]

Workshops[edit | edit source]

October 1-2, 2010 -- North Star Genealogy Conference, featuring Thomas W. Jones, CG.

Board Meetings[edit | edit source]

Training Meetings[edit | edit source]

Frequently Asked Questions[edit | edit source]

Q. What are the directions to the society?
A.
Q. What are the society's hours of operation?
A.