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Mission Statement

Our goal is to promote the study and collection of genealogies, family history and local history. The Florida State Genealogical Society (FSGS) provides Florida source materials through the publication of books, the quarterly publication, The Florida Genealogist, and the newsletter, Florida Lines. Research services are available to those who are seeking a Florida Pioneer Certificate. Educational opportunities are given through the annual conference and workshops. In order to further promote and support genealogy throughout the State, FSGS provides honorary membership to every Florida genealogy society.

FSGS 2008 Genealogy Conference

14-15 November 2008
Sheraton Orlando - North
600 North Lake Destiny Drive, Maitland, FL 32751
Mention FSGS for a special room rate ($88.00 + taxes).
Rooms being held until OCTOBER 23rd. For reservations call (866) 837-5175.

Featured Guest Speaker
Ms. Jana Sloan Broglin, CGSM, Swanton, Ohio

Ms. Broglin is an Ohio native and a well-known genealogical writer, professional genealogist, and national lecturer. She is the Vice-President of Membership for the Federation of Genealogical Societies (FGS) and a past Ohio Genealogical Society (OGS) Trustee. She is also an associate for the Board of Certification of Genealogist as a Certified Genealogist. Her publications include articles for the Ohio Genealogical Society, the Indiana Genealogist, the FGS FORUM, Family Tree Magazine, Ancestry Magazine, NGS NewsMagazine, and two FGS Society Strategy Papers. She also has over 60 books published on Kentucky and Ohio and was named a Kentucky Colonel for her writings. Her presentations will include:

Hookers, Crooks and Kooks: Aunt Merle Didn't Run a Boarding House

See Ya in the Funnies

When Johnny Comes Marching Home - A Borton Family Case Study

Organizing 101 - True Confessions of a "Pile It"

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Speakers Bureau

Need help selecting a speaker for your organization? Visit our speakers bureau link for assistance!

Announcements

Florida Genealogist
We are now accepting articles for Liberty and Madison Counties to be published in our next edition of the Florida Genealogist. Submission deadline August 30. Please contact Jackie Hufschmid, editor.

Preserving Historical Records Bill
The time has come to rally support for this important legislation that will provide resources for archival repositories and cultural heritage institutions that house primary resources genealogists and other historical researchers use. We hope that you will consider preparing a letter to send to your congressman. Please visit the PAHR web site to learn more.

The Florida Genealogist is now on CD! Visit the Publications for Sale page to learn how to receive your copy!

The Florida Pioneer Index has been Visit the Florida Pioneer link to view the current 2007 list!