Rhode Island Genealogical Society - RIGS

04/23/2026

Hope you'll be able to join us for our Annual Meeting. Lunches must be ordered by May 8th. Come meet Roger Williams, a historian who writes about Roger, and learn more about RI's only genealogical library, AFGS. Hint: It's not just French Canadian records.

Join us for the next RIGS Member Meeting!

04/13/2026

Thank you Crista Cowan! An opportunity to chat about RI.

Unlock the secrets of your family photos with The Photo Detective®, Maureen Taylor, as we explore the "independent spirit" of Rhode Island."You can drive fro...

04/09/2026

It's that time of year! We are seeking proposals for talks for our 2026/2027 programming.

The Rhode Island Genealogical Society seeks presentation proposals for its September 2026 to May 2027 calendar year. Categories include skill-building, new tools, Rhode Island related content, and Rhode Island families. RIGS has approximately 600 members. We offer $200. Per 50 minute presentation. O...

03/23/2026

Application deadline was extended to April 15! For more information, check out "Funding Opportunities" at rigensoc.org

The Rhode Island Genealogical Society welcomes applications for funding from $300 to $ 2,000 in support of digitization, purchases, content, or long-term preservation of records for those researching Rhode Island ancestors.

Application Deadline: April 1, 2026

For more information, check out "Funding Opportunities" at rigensoc.org.

03/21/2026

Today Diane Boumenot is teaching us about vital records. Her second lecture is on mills in New England. Record registration for this event!

02/23/2026

The Rhode Island Genealogical Society welcomes applications for funding from $300 to $ 2,000 in support of digitization, purchases, content, or long-term preservation of records for those researching Rhode Island ancestors.

Application Deadline: April 1, 2026

For more information, check out "Funding Opportunities" at rigensoc.org.

02/21/2026

Big News! RIGS President, Maureen Taylor will be at Rootstech, in Salt Lake City, March 5 &6, promoting the Society. Stop by and say hello in booth 1500 (Indiana Genealogical Society and More). Anyone going to be there?

Send a message to learn more

02/12/2026

With Heather Kisilywicz Ocean State Media

02/12/2026

Talking genealogy at Ocean State Media.

12/05/2025

The classic study of Newport gravestone carvers, by Vincent Luti, is available in a special, quality reprinting from the Rhode Island Genealogical Society.
Check it out in the RIGS Online Store. https://rigensoc.org/store.php?sid=1

12/03/2025

The Indigent Cemetery Project reflects on identity, belonging, and remembering. The State Archives is spotlighting the efforts made to restore the cemetery and tell the stories of the people buried there.

All are welcome, join us on Thursday, December 4 at the RI State Archives. Learn more: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/more-than-a-number-the-indigent-cemetery-project-spotlight-tickets-1909540851089?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl