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Join the SDGS Board and Make a Difference!

Are you passionate about genealogy and looking for a way to contribute to the San Diego Genealogical Society? We're seeking enthusiastic volunteers to join our Board and be a part of the future of SDGS!

Why Volunteer?

  • Connect: Engage with fellow genealogy enthusiasts.
  • Contribute: Use your skills to support our society’s success.
  • Impact: Contribute to advancing genealogy research.

Open Positions for 2025-2026:

  • Treasurer
  • 2nd Vice President of Membership
  • Nominating Committee Members

Whether you're new to genealogy or a seasoned expert, we welcome all experience levels. Occasional in-person participation is required. You’ll also need internet access and video conferencing.

How to Apply:  Email sdgsnominating@casdgs.org by August 30th to nominate yourself or a fellow member. We’ll provide full job descriptions and next steps.

Be part of something special and help us grow our vibrant SDGS community!

SDGS Fall Seminar

September 14, 2024   

We are pleased to welcome back The Legal Genealogist

Judy Russell, JD, CG, CGL, as our speaker at our Fall Seminar.

For more information and to register, click the button below.

Programs are held Pacific Time.

Upcoming events

  • 14 Sep 2024 9:00 AM
    Virtual via Zoom


The purpose of the Society is to promote interest in the fields of genealogy and family history research through individual and group effort and in cooperation with other like-minded organizations. The Society supports the genealogical collection at the San Diego Public Library, the presentation of lectures and classes of genealogical interest, the advancement of digital technology including genetic genealogy and social media and writing and publishing of books, blogs and papers in the subject field. 


Balboa Park 1915
Discover Your Family History
Plaque received from San Diego Public Library after SDGS donated their library collection in 2013.
Alicia Pearl Mayer, the founder and first president of the San Diego Genealogical Society.
Mission San Diego de Alcala
Otay Railroad near Sweetwater Dam 1888 Courtesy of National City Public Library
SD Electric Railway Company


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WELCOME NEW MEMBERS!


 

Jacky Eastham Bowen    CA
Victoria Crayne CA
Barbara Davenport CA
Diane Hallam CA
Jeannette Lapota CA
Judy Leiser ID
Wendy Lott DE
Jane McGarvin OR
Karen Miller IL
Angela Smith OH
Holly Snyder CA
Constance Vickers CA
Sara Walter CA
Dorothy Yellin CA


California Pioneer Certificate Program

The San Diego Genealogical Society is honoring pioneers of the State of California who helped shape its future by offering ancestral recognition certificates.





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