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Dallas Genealogical Society
P. O. Box 12446, Dallas, TX 75225-0446
Web: www.dallasgenealogy.org Email: questions@(dallasgenealogy.org
Membership
Founded in 1955, the Dallas Genealogical Society (DGS) is the oldest organization of its kind in Texas.
DGS is a nonprofit, tax-exempt corporation with more than 1,000 members. Individuals, libraries, and
societies may apply for membership. Membership is $35 per year for an individual or a couple. Members
receive the DGS Newsletter and The Dallas Journal (optional).
Objectives
* To educate by creating, fostering, and maintaining interest in genealogy.
* Assist and support the Genealogy Section of the J. Erik Jonsson Central Library in Dallas, Texas
* Collect, preserve, copy, and index information of genealogical interest relating to Dallas County and its
early history
DGS Meetings
The Dallas Genealogical Society (DGS) takes pride in the quality of its programs at regular meetings,
which are held monthly. Refer to DGS Website (www.dallasgenealogy.org) for time and location. Meetings
are preceded by a social hour and an informal question-and-answer session. The program includes business
of the organization and features presentations on genealogical and historical topics. Regular meetings are
held in the plaza level Auditorium and East/West Rooms of the J. Erik Jonsson Central Library, 1515
Young Street, in downtown Dallas. Guarded parking is available in the garage beneath the library (enter on
Wood Street.) All DGS meetings are free and open to the public.
Special Interest Groups
The Dallas Genealogical Society has many Special Interest Groups to meet the needs and interests of our
members. New SIGs may be formed when interest develops. The SIGs meet at various dates and times and
in various meeting rooms throughout the Central Library. Dates, times, and locations are subject to change.
See the website and the monthly newsletter for additional details.
Society Publications
The DGS Newsletter, published since 1976, is a benefit of membership. Ten issues are published each
calendar year. Each issue contains information about DGS events, in addition to articles highlighting
research tips, genealogical aids, library news, information about regional and national societies, news
concerning the genealogical community, and member news.
The Dallas Journal, an annual publication, contains genealogical and historical records, articles, and
information pertaining to the cities and towns of Dallas County. Each volume is every-name indexed. The
Dallas Journal continues the tradition of its predecessor, The Dallas Quarterly, published continuously
from 1955 through 1994. If you do not have Dallas County ancestors and do not wish to receive this
publication, please check NO on your membership application or renewal.
Supporting Genealogy Section of the Dallas Public Library
The Dallas Genealogical Society recognizes its good fortune in hax ing ready access to one of the best
genealogical collections in the United States the Genealogy Section of the Dallas Public Library. To
maintain and improve that resource. DUS donates mone\. research materials, and \olunteer time.
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