Greater Kansas City Genealogy Society

An organization of genealogists and family history researchers of all experience levels who have the desire to learn, and lend their own experience to help others learn, to research and preserve their family histories.

Through monthly meetings, presentations, and small group learning environments, we hope to create an interest in genealogy and encourage the community to discover their family histories and preserve them for future generations.

Membership Benefits Highlights

  • Programs by professional genealogists and hobby genealogists who will share their strategies, tips and tricks. Members may attend on Zoom or in person.
  • Support provided for developing your research skills at all levels.
  • Special Interest Groups on various topics (see list at right).
  • Members-only resource page with articles and handouts
  • Camaraderie with others who have a like interest in genealogy
  • Member Monthly Newsletter with news and tips

Annual Individual Membership for $25 or a Family Membership for $30. Membership lasts one year from your date of payment.

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Have a Research Question?

If you have a question or need research suggestions please send us an inquiry.

Contact Us

UPCOMING EVENTS

Regular in-person Monthly Meetings are held at North Kansas City Library, 2251 Howell Street. Guests are welcome.

2025 – 2026 Programs

Sept 6 – Family Information in Real Estate Tax Records. Heather Jenkins

Oct 4 – Workshop: Exploring Real EstateTax Records for Ancestors

Nov 1 – National Archives Records in Kansas City. Cynthia Patton

Dec 6 – Christmas Party – Do you have a photo twin?

Jan 3 – America 250: How to Find Your Revolutionary Ancestors. Scott Norrick

Feb 7 – Researching Maiden Names. Lauri Jean Swett

Mar 7 – Make AI Your Partner on your Genealogy Journey. Michelle Spencer

Apr 4 – DNA as a Tool for Genealogists. Kathleen Brandt

May 2 – Annual Member’s Meeting – Program TBD ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

SPECIAL INTEREST GROUPS & CHAT.

Family Story Writers SIG

7pm – on Zoom – 3rd Thursday of month

We invite members interested in writing stories about their family by join us on Zoom.

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Genealogy Chat

Our Member Chat sessions at 7pm on the 4th Monday of the month resume on September 22, 2025.

DNA SIG ZOOM MEETING

DNA SIG meetings at 7pm on the third Monday of the month resume on September 15, 2025.

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