Mahoning County Ohio Genealogical Society

07/08/2025

I missed this. Someone who is visiting this upcoming weekend pointed this out...
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Belmont Park Cemetery in Youngstown provides traditional burial, cremation burial, and other services.

06/05/2025

The year ending banquet at Al a Carte Catering in Canfield for the chapter. Good turn out. The installation of officers (new and returning) and a marvelous speaker. We resume.our meetings the first Wednesday of the month in September. 7pm St. Charles Church in Boardman. Enjoy your summer. Have a love of Mahoning Valley or long standing family ties here? We would love to have you join us as we preserve and share the history of the valley.

05/28/2025

Ken Bravo has been a presenter at several Ohio Genealogical Society Conferences. He will be in Youngstown for a session on Jewish Genealogy Research. To attend, you MUST register in advance.

05/05/2025

Congratulations to Campbell, Ohio author Joseph Lambert, Jr., for being awarded The Governor Thomas Worthington Award at the just concluded Ohio Genealogical Society Conference, Kalahari Resort in Sandusky. His book, "The Political Transformation of David Tod" was selected above several others which were submitted for consideration.

05/03/2025

Congratulations to Mahoning County OGS member Jan Elias for being recognized for doing additional family members in Ohio. She was one of several honored tonight during the Lineage Society Banquet at Kalahari.

04/20/2025

A long time member and friend....

April 15, 2025

04/18/2025

04/04/2025

Are you interested in exploring genealogy and tracing your family lineage? Our organization provides informative and engaging programs focusing on research techniques. Join us for a meeting.

BOARDMAN – For more than a decade the popular PBS program, “Finding Your Roots,” brought viewers along as celebrities dug through the layers of their ancestry to discover the connections of the past that eventually lead to the present day. At Wednesday’s monthly membership meeting of the Mah...

02/12/2025

Honor Your Heritage – Join the Century Families of Mahoning County

For over a century, the families of Mahoning County have shaped its history, culture, and community. If your ancestors lived in Mahoning County before December 31, 1925, you have the opportunity to celebrate their legacy and secure your place in history by joining the Century Families of Mahoning County (CFMC).

Why Join?
The Century Families of Mahoning County recognizes and honors families who have been part of our community for over 100 years. Membership allows you to:
✅ Preserve and document your family’s history for future generations
✅ Celebrate your ancestors’ contributions to the growth of Mahoning County
✅ Connect with others who share a passion for local history and genealogy
✅ Receive a special certificate and pin at our annual recognition event

How to Apply
To become a member, you must be part of the Mahoning County Chapter of the Ohio Genealogical Society (MCCOGS) and submit an application proving your family’s presence in Mahoning County before December 31, 1925. This includes:
📜 A completed application form (provided by MCCOGS)
📜 Clear, readable copies of documents proving your family’s residency before 1925
📜 Proof for each generation linking you to your century ancestor

The one-time application fee is only $10, covering all proven ancestors. Applications must be submitted by mail to:

📬 Century Families, MCCOGS
P.O. Box 9333, Youngstown, OH 44513-9333

Keep Your Family’s Legacy Alive
Be part of Mahoning County’s rich history and ensure your family’s story is remembered for generations. Apply today and join a community dedicated to preserving our shared past.

For more information, send us a message requesting an application package or join us at one of our meetings held the first Wednesday of each month (except July, August and December) at St Charles Catholic Church, 7345 Westview Dr, Boardman in the ministry building at 7:00pm.

🔹 Honor the past. Celebrate the present. Inspire the future. 🔹

Send a message to learn more

10/06/2024

Tickets are available Monday, October 7th. The YSU Centofanti Lecture Series presents Dr. Henry Louis Gates in Youngstown November 7, 2024.

09/09/2024

Our next meeting is October 2nd - the speaker is Roslyn Torella, who present on Researching Italian Civil Records.

08/28/2024

Our next meeting will be held on Wednesday, September 4th, at St Charles Church in Boardman. Our speaker will be Elissa Scalise Powell who present on researching Pennsylvania records from the Colonial period onwards.