New England Historic Genealogical Society

Snewbury

Are you related to Miles Standish or Priscilla Alden? The answer may lie here. If your ancestors were pedigreed New Englanders—or if you're just interested in genealogical research of any kind—you can trace your family tree with the help of the society's collections. The society dates from 1845, and is the oldest genealogical organization in the country.

On your visit to Boston drop in at the New England Genealogical Society located in the BackBay neighborhood. Begun in 1845, this is the oldest genealogical organisation in the US. They have an 8-story library and research center with expert genealogists and family historians helping with the research work. Every month a 'new visitor welcome tour' is held by the society which is free of cost and...

Founded in 1845, New England Historic Genealogical Society is one of the oldest genealogical organizations in Boston. The organization specializes in the collection and preservation of genealogical and historical matter related to New England families. It maintains a collection of books, databases, manuscripts and research materials. Its manuscript collection includes articles, images, charts,...