New England Historic Genealogical Society
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System number
987007375992105171
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Name (Latin)
New England Historic Genealogical Society
Other forms of name
N.E. Historic Genealogical Society
NE Historic Genealogical Society
NEHGS (New England Historic Genealogical Society)
Coordinates
-71.0753 -71.0753 42.3518 42.3518 (gooearth )
Start period
1844
Type of corporate body
Associations, institutions, etc.
Place of residence/headquarters
Boston (Mass.)
Field of activity
Genealogy
Associated Language
eng
Biographical or Historical Data
The New England Historic Genealogical Society was organized in 1844.
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Sources of Information
- History of American Ancestors (American Ancestors, originally known as the New England Historic Genealogical Society (American Ancestors); founded 1845; over time, the organization became known by the name American Ancestors more frequently, and in 2024 the decision was made to make the name change official ( (American Ancestors website, 16 March 2026:) )
- Mayflower descendant, summer 2025:p. 2 of cover (American Ancestors, a national center for family history, heritage & culture; est. in 1845) p. 115 (New England Historic Genealogical Society, now American Ancestors)
- The New England historical & genealogical register, Jan. 1847:t.p. (New England Historic, Genealogical Society; logo: N.E. Historic, Genealogical Society)
- Rounds, H.L.P. Vital records of Swansea, Massachusetts to 1850, 1992:CIP t.p. (New England Historic Genealogical Society; Boston) pref. (NEHGS)
Wikipedia description:
The New England Historic Genealogical Society (NEHGS) is the oldest and largest genealogical society in the United States, founded in 1845. NEHGS provides family history services through its staff, scholarship, website, educational opportunities, and research center. Today it has over 250,000 members and more than 90 staff and volunteers.
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