Regional Genealogy Events
Genealogy Research Trip to Boston: May 15, 2008
Join us for a day of genealogical research at the New England Historic Genealogical Society (NEHGS) and Massachusetts State Archives at Columbia Point. NEHGS, which was established in 1845, boasts a collection of more than 200,000 genealogical and historical volumes, over one million manuscripts, as well as census records, vital records, deeds, probates, military records, plus the latest resources in print, microtext, and CD-Rom. The Massachusetts State Archives includes Massachusetts vital records (1841-1910), 19th century passenger lists for the port of Boston, census records, state military and judicial records, Plymouth Colony records and papers pertaining to the early settlement of Maine. Individuals who would like to take the MHS bus to Boston for a day of sightseeing but who do not plan to do research are welcome.
An Excursion to Boston: Genealogy Research, or The Secrets of Tomb 10A: May 13, 2010
Join us for a day of genealogical research at the New England Historic Genealogical Society (NEHGS) and Massachusetts State Archives at Columbia Point. Or, for those who would simply like to take an excursion to Boston, visit The Secrets of Tomb 10A exhibit at the Museum of Fine Arts (www.mfa.org/tomb) which richly explores the discoveries made in the 4,000 year old tomb of Djehutynakht, an Egyptian governor.
NEHGS, which was established in 1845, boasts a collection of more than 200,000 genealogical and historical volumes, over one million manuscripts, as well as census records, vital records, deeds, probates, military records, plus the latest resources in print, microtext, and CD-Rom.
The Massachusetts State Archives includes Massachusetts vital records (1841-1910), 19th century passenger lists for the port of Boston, census records, state military and judicial records, Plymouth Colony records and papers pertaining to the early settlement of Maine.
Individuals who would like to take the MHS bus to Boston for a day of sightseeing but who do not plan to do research are welcome.
Registration required by May 3. $40.* Members $35.* *Does not include admission to NEHGS Library (NEHGS Admission: NEHGS Members: Free; non-NEHGS members: $15).
Ongoing Lectures and events at NEHGS
The New England Historic Genealogical Society in Boston has weekly lectures and special planned trips and seminars. Go to www.nehgs.org for a listing.