The Genealogical Society of Bergen County (GSBC) is a non-profit society founded in 1973 to assist those researching their family heritage, to assist those seeking out and preserving information about the families and genealogical records of the greater Bergen County area, and to offer educational and research assistance to all those interested in genealogical research.
They offer an exciting calendar of ongoing programs and events—including hands-on workshops, computer classes, films, roundtable discussions, and lectures featuring renown genealogy and local history experts and speakers.
Genealogical Society of Bergen County - Monthly Meeting
Stories from Ellis Island
Speaker, GSBC Trustee, Fred Voss
October 23, 7:00 PM
Ridgewood Public Library, 125 N. Maple Ave., Ridgewood, NJ
Mr. Voss is a professional genealogist and a volunteer tour guide at Ellis Island National Park. He will give an illustrated talk about the past, present, and future of this iconic landmark, share some of his favorite immigration stories, and more!
GSBC meetings and webinars are free and open to the public. For more information about our society, visit our web site, here.
Genealogical Society of Bergen County - Monthly Meeting
Read Between the Lines: Uncover Family History Clues in Land Records
Presentation by Peggy W. Norris, GSBC Trustee Emeritus
Ridgewood Public Library
Monday, November 27, 7:00 PM
Deeds, taxes, and maps can reveal details of our ancestors' lives. The GSBC's Peggy Norris will share the value of searching property records. She is a retired librarian who has been using land records to identify relationships, establish timelines, pinpoint locations, and more.
GSBC meetings and webinars are free and open to the public. For more information about our society, visit our web site, here.