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
Tuesday, March 19th
Brick Wall Interest Group
New format for 2024! The focus of this group will shift to be more interactive "Members Helping Members". Meetings in odd-numbered months will continue to be held online on the Zoom platform; in even-numbered months we will meet in person at various area libraries for a "Search Party" Participants are encouraged to submit "Brick Wall" research questions (form attached - fill it out and send the Word document or a photo of the completed form to Cindy Cruz (clcruz32153@aol.com) as an email attachment.). We will look at your questions and brainstorm together during our Zoom meetings to offer suggestions or help you find answers to your questions.  We will do hands-on research at our in-person meetings, taking advantage of free access to online subscription databases when we meet at area libraries.    Facilitated by Cindy Cruz. Contact Cindy at least 2 days in advance to be invited to attend Zoom meetings. clcruz32153@aol.com.   March 19, 2024 Program:  Zoom Meeting – Members Helping Members – Attendees can ask questions and the group will brainstorm resources which might help answer research questions from members. (Submit your research questions to Cindy by Monday, March 19, or bring other questions to the meeting.)
Monday, March 25th
DNA Special Interest Group
Discussion in this group will focus on how to understand and use your DNA matches.  Participants will find this most helpful if they have done DNA testing and have received their results.      To obtain a link to the Zoom meeting, email Marty Flanagan at marty.flanagan3@gmail.com , giving your name and email address, at least 2 days prior to the meeting. 
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. 
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