National Genealogical Society
The U.S. National Genealogical Society (NGS), a non-profit organization founded in 1903, is the premier national society for everyone from the beginner to the most advanced family historian. The NGS serves its members by:
- Providing genealogical skill development through education, information, publications, research assistance, and networking opportunities;
- Establishing and promoting the highest standards of ethical research principles and scholarly practices;
- Establishing important links with other groups worldwide;
- Providing depth and breadth of knowledge and opportunities for our members;
- Creating programs to increase public awareness of opportunities to discover family history; and,
- Promoting interest in the fascinating field of genealogy and family history.
Since 1912, the National Genealogical Society has published a genealogical journal, National Genealogical Society Quarterly (NGSQ).
For more information, see http://www.ngsgenealogy.org