Join Us For
Our 50th Anniversary Celebrations
Image of Buffalo waterfront
Source: Library of Congress Digital Collections
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History
Western New York’s strategic location on the Great Lakes has made it both a terminus and a 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 others from around the world.
Upcoming Programs & Workshops
Saturday, April 20, 2024
WNYGS Meet-Up: Rochester Genealogical Society's Annual Genealogy in Bloom Conference
Four Presentations by Jeanette Sheliga
9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.EST
In-Person & Zoom (Online/Virtual)​
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Saturday, Jul 13, 2024
“Save Our Cemeteries” Workshop
9:00 AM – 4:00 PM EDT
Town of Niagara's Calvin K. Richards Community Center, 7000 Lockport Rd, Niagara Falls, NY 14305
Full Day In-Person Event
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Collection Assistance Days
Each month, WNYGS volunteers are on-site at the Central Library to assist researchers with the society's library collection and answer general research questions.
Join us for the upcoming spring dates:​​​​​​
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Fri., 3/22, 1:00 - 3:30 p.m.
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Sat.. 4/27, 2:00 - 4:30 p.m. (supporting BECPL Special Collections Tour)
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Sat., 5/18 12:00 - 5:00 p.m. (part of BECPL Family History Day)
Original Holland Land Company Vault
(Mayville, NY)
News and Updates
Jan 1, 2024: Society Celebrates 50 Years
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Oct 15, 2023: Society Seeking Volunteers
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Apr 1, 2023: WNYGS Website Team Launches New Members Area
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Feb 1, 2023: Buffalo Deaths Collection Index Available Online
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