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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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June Is For Jump Starting Your Genealogy
Introduction to Genealogy
Same great class conveniently offered at three different locations:
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Sat., Jun 1st 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM EDT
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Lewiston Public Library, 305 S 8th St, Lewiston, NY
Wed., Jun 5th 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM EDT
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Lee-Whedon Memorial Library, 620 West Ave, Medina, NY
Sat., Jun 8th 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM EDT
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Arcade Historical Society, 15 Liberty St, Arcade, NY
Saturday, June 22, 2024
“Birthplace and Crossroads of Western New York” - Speaker Luncheon & Holland Land Office Museum Tour
9:30 AM – 4:00 PM EDT
Holland Land Office Museum, 131 W. Main St, Batavia, NY 14020 & Terry Hills Banquet Facility, 5122 Clinton St., Batavia, NY 14020
In-Person Event, Luncheon with Speakers and Choice of Morning or Afternoon Museum Tour
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Saturday, July 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, Two Locations
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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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Sun., 4/21, 12:00 - 5:00 p.m.
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Sat.. 4/27, 2:00 - 4:30 p.m. (supporting the BECPL Special Collections Tour)
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Sat., 5/4, 12:00 - 5:00 p.m.
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Sat., 5/18 12:00 - 5:00 p.m. (part of the 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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