Kern County Genealogical Society

Kern County Genealogical Society The Kern County Genealogical Society is dedicated to the preservation and research of family history Many more people joined over the years.

KCGS was formed April, 1964 with 57 Charter members joining. Of these Joyce Bayless is the only member of this group that is a current member. Today we have a total of 95 current members. Our society is active and is involved in the community. We welcome everyone to join and participate in a fun activity. Hours noted are for the Genealogy Library on the second floor of Beale Library.

And the obit was clipped without the date.
07/09/2025

And the obit was clipped without the date.

07/09/2025
We are the chosen. In each family, there is one who seems called to find the ancestors, to put flesh on their bones and ...
06/03/2025

We are the chosen. In each family, there is one who seems called to find the ancestors, to put flesh on their bones and make them live again, to tell the family story and to feel that somehow they know and approve. Doing genealogy is not a cold gathering of facts, but instead, breathing life into all who have gone before. We are the storytellers of the tribe.

It is a new year and what better way to start it off that with a program on one of the oldest families in Kern County. ...
01/06/2025

It is a new year and what better way to start it off that with a program on one of the oldest families in Kern County. Be sure to check out our First Families of Kern County project.

A very Happy New Year to all of our friends. This is going to be a terrific year. If you are not already a member, plea...
12/29/2024

A very Happy New Year to all of our friends.
This is going to be a terrific year. If you are not already a member, please join us. kerngenealogical.org

Happy Holidays from KCGS!
12/20/2024

Happy Holidays from KCGS!

Mark your calendars!
10/25/2024

Mark your calendars!

Notorious Bakersfield podcaster Robert Petersen always has some tales to tell. Today he will relate stories about a man...
10/14/2024

Notorious Bakersfield podcaster Robert Petersen always has some tales to tell. Today he will relate stories about a man whose name is prominent throughout our city. Don't miss this one!

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Bakersfield, CA
93301

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Tuesday 12pm - 4pm
Wednesday 12pm - 4pm
Thursday 12pm - 4pm

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Kern County Genealogical Society (KCGS) was established in 1964 with 57 Charter members. Joyce Bayless is the only charter member who is currently active. The society currently serves over 100 members and is active and involved in the community.

KCGS is dedicated to remembering and making connections to the past and the families who came before us. Our members’ ancestors have all contributed to the social and economic development of Kern County and our country. Perhaps your ancestors were here. Remember their stories and their lives; and pass on their histories by joining the Kern County Genealogical Society.