1. To promote the study of genealogy and history, geography, and social customs of our ancestors;
2. To collect, preserve and disseminate this information, especially to that of local origin;
3. To encourage adherence to the highest standards of research and documentation;
4. To offer educational programs such as lectures, seminars, workshops, and special interest groups.
5. To promote the observance of Family History Month in October both locally and nationally.

Society History:

Our society has a long and interesting history.  Please read  Monmouth County Genealogy Society: The First Twenty Years(1998-2008)  which was written by Carol Fisher Megill for our 20th Anniversary Party in July 2008.

Our Activities...

  Meetings and Seminars: We meet six times per year [January, March, May, July, September, and November]. Please visit our Events page for full details of our meetings.
  Memoir Writing Group: Our Memoir Writing group helps attendees record their personal histories. This group is only open to members of the society.
  Special Interest Groups  Our German SIG meets monthly. Please visit our Events page for contact information.
  Family History Month  One of the ways that MCGS celebrates Family History Month is by annually having a contest among middle school children in order to encourage interest in Family History. Please visit our Family History Month  page for more information.
  Speaker's Bureau: Do you need a speaker to lecture on genealogical topics? Visit our Speakers Bureau to learn more.
  First Families of Old Monmouth County: We have started our own First Families Project. To read the application requirements, please visit the First Families of Old Monmouth County, NJ webpage.

Officers 2012-2013

President: Carol Megill
Vice-President & Program Chair: Melissa Johnson
Secretary: Barbara Valentin
Treasurer: Lou Friedersdorff