WELCOME TO OUR WEBSITE

                                                     
The Manatee Genealogical Society of Manatee County, Florida, founded in 1974, is proud to offer this website as a gateway to our services, resources, programs, and information on our society. Our society is currently conducting in person and virtual hybrid meetings from November through May and virtural meetings from June through October. Guests may attend with an advance request sent via e-mail to: info@mgsfl.org
 
Check the Calendar of Events for additional information, and be sure to visit our Facebook Page for tips and tools and what's new in genealogical research. 
 


April 15
Mid-Atlantic Pre-Civil War
  Do you have ancestors who arrived in the US before the Civil War? Did they begin their US experience in the Mid-Atlantic states and then move westward? Then this ...

April 21
DNA SIG - Virtual
Join us for a dialogue on the use of DNA in your genealogical research.  News, sharing and help!  The DNA SIG is led by Peggy Jude. Peggy is a member of ...

May 5
Western Migration"
  Migration is an improtant concept in genealogical research.  While our ancestors had fewer options for transportation than exist today, It was a common occurrence for many to move multiple ...

May 6
POLISH SIG - Virtual
Researching in a foreign country can be a little intimidating, especially if you are researching alone.  If your ancestors are from Poland or Eastern Europe, this group may be for ...

May 11
TECHNOLOGY SIG - Virtual
The TECHNOLOGY SIG helps users of all abilities to effectively use technology in support of Family History research. We will also have breakout groups for the users of Family History software.  Meetings ...