Our Shared History. Our Shared Purpose.

Western New York’s strategic location on the Great Lakes has made it both a terminus and gateway of migration. First home to Native American communities, the region was later settled primarily by New Englanders following the Revolutionary War. The opening of the Erie Canal provided an easy route west, attracting the first of many waves of immigrants from Europe. Many people remained in the area and have been followed by immigrants from around the world.

The Western New York Genealogical Society was founded in 1974 to help preserve and encourage interest in the area's rich genealogical heritage. Our work focuses on the eight counties of Western New York - Erie, Niagara, Genesee, Wyoming, Orleans, Chautauqua, Cattaraugus and Allegany - that were originally part of the Holland Land Company Purchase.

This month's programming theme is DNA and Genetic Genealogy, and we're inviting members to register for our free webinar:

Sat., October 6, 2018 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
"Using DNA Testing to Unlock Your Family History"
with Tom Dreyer of the NEHGS
Register online today for this special member benefit.

To foster ecord preservation by and among government agencies, organizations, and individuals.

Recent News, Events, and Updates

07/01/2018: Board Announces Updated "Society Guidelines for the WNYGS Facebook Discussion Group"

06/15/2018: WNYGS Announces GRIP (Amherst Session) Scholarship Opportunities for Society Members

03/15/2018: "Help Make A Difference" - 2018 WNYGS Volunteer Recruitment Drive

02/10/2018: Programming Committee Announces 2018 Spring and Summer Programs

12/11/2017: Board Announces Updated Society Media Ethics Policy - "Research Inquiries Involving The Living"

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