Phoenix Genealogical Society

08/31/2025

🚨 No Meeting in September! 🚨
We’re taking a short break, but don’t worry—we’ll be back in action on October 7!

📚 Bring the stories you've been working on—can't wait to hear what you've been writing!

06/30/2025

🌞 Summer Break Alert! 🌞
We’re taking a well-deserved summer break — no meetings in July and August, so kick back, relax, and stay COOL!

But don’t wander too far... we're cooking up some ideas for September!

*Some folks are interested in informal meetups for independent research or even short video sessions on fun, focused topics. We’ve heard from a few of you, but we want everyone’s input — let us know what you’d like to do!

*Looking Ahead to October
One of our own will be diving into the fascinating world of DNA, so bring your curiosity — and your questions!

*Story Time Starts Now
You all recently received a helpful sheet with prompts to spark ideas for writing your family stories — so get started!
No more wondering what to write about — we all have stories worth telling. Let’s get them down on paper!

05/21/2025

Join us for our upcoming PGS meeting on Tuesday June 3rd and let's dig into the past together!

Bring something you're currently working on—a family tree, a brick wall mystery, or a document you're trying to decipher. We'll have computers available for research, so come ready to dive in.

Got questions about your research? Whether it's about records, resources or methods, we're here to help.

Kelly will be with us to answer all your DNA-related questions—a great chance to learn how genetic genealogy can help break down barriers in your search.

See you there—and don't forget your curiosity!

June 3rd

3102 N. 18th Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85015

05/05/2025

We’re thrilled to welcome renowned genealogist Janna Larson as our featured speaker at our meeting tomorrow, Tuesday, May 6, 2025, at 1 PM. Janna will be presenting “Evaluation of Evidence” — a must-attend session for anyone looking to sharpen their research skills and gain deeper insights into analyzing genealogical sources.

A dedicated member of the Family History Society of Arizona since 1982, Janna has held numerous leadership roles and is well-known for her expertise across the state. She teaches both beginning and advanced genealogy classes in the Phoenix area, including at Phoenix College, and is a frequent lecturer at events throughout Arizona. She also publishes a respected quarterly newsletter that reflects her passion and depth of knowledge.

To explore Janna’s extensive contributions to the field, visit her website at: jannalarson.weebly.com

03/31/2025

No fooling here, our next meeting will be this Tuesday, April 1st at 1pm. We will be watching a video exploring the use of AI in genealogical research followed by an engaging discussion. Bring your questions!

3102 N. 18th Ave., Phoenix, AZ

02/21/2025

"Family Heirlooms: How to Care For & Preserve Them"

Janet Carruth, has graciously agreed to present at our next meeting on Tuesday, March 4th. She has decades of experience in the fabric arts and fabric preservation. And is knowledgeable in materials and methods for the preservation of the paper and cloth items in your home archive.

Get your questions answered! 🤗

Hope to see you on March 4th - 1:00 PM

3102 N 18th Ave, Phoenix, Az 85015

01/26/2025

We would love to have you join us for an inspiring and informative presentation at our next meeting!

01/02/2025

Don't forget our meeting next Jan 7, 2025! - same place, same time!

We'll be viewing a video from RootsTech titled "Using the FamilySearch Wiki". We'll learn how to more effectively use the vast resources available at FamilySearch.org.

Send a message to learn more

12/03/2024

We hope you can join us for another exciting meeting today at 1pm, all are welcome!

3102 N. 18th Ave, Phoenix 85015

10/28/2024

Ever wondered where your great-great-grandmother first set foot in the world or how many adventures your great-uncle embarked on? Join us next Tuesday, November 5th at 1pm for an exciting meeting. Discover how to unlock the secrets of your ancestry and connect with fellow history enthusiasts...Don’t miss out on the chance to bring your family history to life!

10/14/2024

🍂 Happy harvest season! 🍂

Did you know most of the land near Camelback mountain was originally used for agriculture (date palms & citrus groves) and was sold for around $0.35/acre? Thats definitely not the case these days! By the 1950s, air conditioning became ubiquitous and the breathtaking views of the mountain enticed residential developers to start building homes and the farms around the mountain slowly disappeared. Today you can see fruit and date trees around the neighborhoods giving a little glimpse into their agricultural history.

‘Farmer plowing field in front of Camelback Mountain’ c. 1900, Arizona State Archives: image: 97-0830.jpg

09/30/2024

No meeting in October, we'll see you in November!