african american
Genealogy Group
serving philadelphia + the tri-state area
“A People without knowledge of its History, is like a tree without roots.”
Marcus Garvey
We’re on a mission!
African American Genealogy Group is on a mission to help people discover their ancestral roots through education and a commitment to building community.
Next Upcoming Meeting
LEARN
Come and join us every
2nd Tuesday of each month, except July and August, for our General Meeting.
These meetings are always free and open to the public.
May 2024 General Member Meeting
Last Seen – Finding Family After Slavery Project with Judith Giesberg
Tuesday, May 14, 2024
Social Hour @ 6 PM | Speaker Presentation @ 6:30 PM
Join us for a captivating live presentation with special guest Judith Giesberg, exploring the power of “Last Seen: Finding Family After Slavery Project” – and using formerly enslaved people’s Information Wanted ads as a crucial tool for African American genealogy research.
CONNECT
Become a Member and make lasting connections:
- Hear nationally-acclaimed guest speakers at monthly General Membership Meeting
- Break through family mysteries & brickwalls at States Group meetings
- Attend members-only genealogy workshops to learn research techniques for African Americans
EXPLORE
Explore our curated list of genealogy resources:
- Learn how to get started with your genealogy research
- Find links to genealogy websites and resources
- Download worksheets to start collecting family info
DISCOVER
Discover how the African American Genealogy Group of Philadelphia can help you trace your ancestor’s journey through established methods geared specifically for African Americans.