Topeka Genealogical Society

Get to Know Your Ancestors - We're Here to Help!

At the Topeka Genealogical Society, we believe that all families have important memories and stories that need to be preserved and handed down to future generations. And, we know just how quickly the precious memories of our ancestors and beloved family members can be lost if steps are not taken to preserve them. Our mission is to make sure that those memories and stories are not lost.

For more than fifty years, the Topeka Genealogical Society has been promoting and supporting family history interests in Shawnee County and northeast Kansas. Whether you are just wondering how to get started in learning about your ancestors or you are an experienced researcher, we offer resources and learning opportunities to assist you in the fascinating process of discovery that we call genealogy.  Don't let you family's stories be lost!

 

What We Offer: 

Education: Because, sometimes, successful genealogy research involves more than just clicking on the shaky leaf or putting a name into a search box. We're here to help you learn about all of the genealogy resources at your disposal, and how to use them effectively. Our diverse educational offerings include monthly programs featuring local speakers, an annual conference featuring a nationally recognized speaker, and an array of classes, workshops, interest groups and research trips offered throughout the year to meet the varied needs and interests of our members and the community. No matter what your experience level or areas of interest, we are here to help. 
 
 
Library & Resources: Our library, located at 2717 SE Indiana Avenue, houses a large and growing collection of more than 11,000 books and 700 genealogical periodical titles. In addition to an outstanding collection of Shawnee County materials, the library offers resources pertaining to almost all U.S. states and many foreign nations. Whether your ancestors lived in Kansas or elsewhere, we are likely to have something useful to you in your research.   
 
 
 
 
Connection: Membership in the Topeka Genealogical Society also offers fun opportunities to get to know other genealogists, to learn from and share with other members, or to get involved in one or more of our many activities and volunteer projects.    

 

 

Welcome to the Topeka Genealogical Society!




Topeka Genealogical Society
Upcoming Events
Thursday, March 28th
Monthly Program - Bulletins of the Shawnee County Historical Society
“Bulletins of the Shawnee County Historical Society; Digital Collection at TSCPL” by Katie Keckeisen TSCPL History Librarian Katie Keckeisen will present a program on the digital collection of the Bulletins of the Shawnee County Historical Society and how they can be used for research. Use of the collection for researching historic Topeka buildings will be emphasized. Whether looking to be entertained or do serious research, you will find something to like in the Bulletin collection!   Monthly programs are free, and open to the public.  No registration needed to attend in person.  To get a link to attend virtually with Zoom, click here. 
Tuesday, April 9th
Foundations of Family History Interest Group
  PRESENTATION TOPIC:  To be announced    In genealogy research, there's always something new to learn!  In this group, we will take a brief look at a different method or source material each month, and then leave time for  questions, answers and discussion on any genealogy-related topic. Facilitated by Barb LaClair     Participation in this group is free, and open to the public. TO REGISTER FOR THE MEETING AND OBTAIN THE ZOOM LINK, CLICK HERE.    
Thursday, April 11th
Computer Genealogy & Software Interest Group
A special interest group focused on learning tips and tricks for using computers and software in genealogical research.  (Formerly called the Family TreeMaker/ Computer Genealogy group)   Topic:  To be announced soon   Facilitated by Rich McReynolds.   Free, open to the public. Email  Rich McReynolds at rlm4017@gmail.com, at least two days before the meeting to be sent the Zoom link.  
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