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The Mission
The mission of the Jean Sampson Scott Greater New York Chapter of the Afro-American Historical and Genealogical Society (AAHGS-NY) is to foster the study of African-ancestored family history and genealogy by teaching research methodologies, creating a network of persons with similar interests, and disseminating information throughout the broader community.




Membership

Discover your family's rich history and connect with a vibrant community dedicated to preserving African American heritage. Join AAHGS-NY today to access exclusive resources, attend engaging workshops, and collaborate with passionate researchers. Together, we uncover legacies and celebrate our past.




AAHGS-NY Monthly Research Groups 
Members Only

 

 

Writers

1st Saturday | 10:00 AM

 

Carolinas

2nd Sundays | 6:30 PM

 

Caribbean

3rd Sundays | 3:30 PM

 

DNA

3rd Tuesdays | 7:00 PM

 

Other Southern States
Lower South

Last Saturday | 6:00 PM

 

Mid Atlantic 

4th Wednesday | 6:30 PM

 

Email Queries 

 

New Members
Virtual Consultation

By Appointment

 

New Members
In-Person Consultation

Brooklyn Family History Center

Upcoming Events
Upcoming Events