The Amelia Island Genealogical Society will hold its regular monthly meeting at 7pm on the 3rd Tuesday, 20 August 2024, in the community room at the Fernandina Branch Library. Speaker details to follow.
The Amelia Island Genealogical Society will hold its regular monthly meeting at 7pm on the 3rd Tuesday, 17 September 2024, in the community room at the Fernandina Branch Library. Speaker for the evening will be John H. Hendricks of Callahan, Nassau, Florida.
The Amelia Island Genealogical Society will hold its regular monthly meeting at 7pm on the 3rd Tuesday, 15 October 2024, in the community room at the Fernandina Branch Library. Jim Shroads will be the guest speaker. Details to follow.
The Amelia Island Genealogical Society will hold its annual and monthly regular meeting at 7pm on the 3rd Tuesday, 19 November 2024, in the community room at the Fernandina Branch Library. Jean Mann will be the guest speaker where she will discuss the history of the AIGS. Before her presentation the AIGS society members will vote on the nominations for officers and board members for 2025/2026 and the budget for 2025.
Come join us with guest speaker Andrew Thompson as he discusses: Lessons Learned from my African American Genealogy Research: There is Something for Everybody In this presentation. Mr. Thompson will review the best practices and lessons learned during his discovery of over 50 enslaved relatives. These tips transcend the niche of AfricanAmerican Genealogy and will provide practical advice for researchers in all areas of Genealogy.
Amelia Island Genealogical Society will be hosting a ‘Welcome Coffee’ for all current members, new members, and potential members. Current members of AIGS, join us and bring a friend! The Coffees gives all prospective members a chance to chat and learn about the Genealogical Society. All are invited to join us.
On 18 Feb 2025 at 7pm, come join us and our guest speaker Andrew Thompson as he discusses "Lessons Learned from my African American Genealogy Research: There is Something for Everybody." In this presentation Mr. Thompson will review the best practices and lessons learned during his discovery of over 50 enslaved relatives. These tips transcend the niche of African American Genealogy and will provide practical advice for researchers in all areas of Genealogy.
On 18 Mar 2025 at 7pm, come join us and our guest speaker Bob Frey as he discusses "Finding Your Grandmother’s Family — Using the X Chromosome".
On 01 Apr 2025 at 10:30am, come enjoy a complimentary cup of coffee and learn more about the Amelia Island Genealogical Society at Story and Song.
On April 15, 2025 at 7pm, come join us and our guest speaker Dr. Tracy D. Connors as she discusses "Early Settlers of Nassau County: Spanish Land Grants and the Southward Migration".
On 06 May 2025 at 10:30am, come enjoy a complimentary cup of coffee and learn more about the Amelia Island Genealogical Society at Story and Song.
On May 20, 2025 at 7pm, come join us and our guest speaker Larry Fermi as he discusses "20th Century Military Research".
On 03 June 2025 at 10:30am, come enjoy a complimentary cup of coffee and learn more about the Amelia Island Genealogical Society at Story and Song.
On June 17, 2025 at 7pm, come join us for Breaking through Brick Walls - Tips and Tricks.
On 01 July 2025 at 10:30am, come enjoy a complimentary cup of coffee and learn more about the Amelia Island Genealogical Society at Story and Song.
On July 15, 2025 at 7pm, come join us and our guest speaker Frank Ofeldt as he discusses The Spanish American War - Fort Clinch and Camp Amelia.
On 02 September 2025 at 10:30am, come enjoy a complimentary cup of coffee and learn more about the Amelia Island Genealogical Society at Story and Song.
On October 16, 2025 at 7pm, come join us for Finding Your Overseas Ancestors with Guest Speaker Paul Howes.
On 07 October 2025 at 10:30am, come enjoy a complimentary cup of coffee and learn more about the Amelia Island Genealogical Society at Story and Song.
The 3rd annual Graveside Chronicles, hosted in cooperation with the Amelia History Museum. More details to come.
On October 21, 2025 at 7pm, come join us for The Civilian Conservation Corps with Guest Speaker Bill Marcum.
On 04 November 2025 at 10:30am, come enjoy a complimentary cup of coffee and learn more about the Amelia Island Genealogical Society at Story and Song.
On November 18, 2025 at 7pm, come join us for Genealogy Roadshow (Sharing Your Family History Discoveries).
