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Our members have a common interest in learning more about their Kentucky ancestors, studying Kentucky family history, and sharing knowledge with other family historians. With 1,500+ members, many who live outside of Kentucky, we offer many opportunities to connect with researchers who have a genealogical interest.
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The Kentucky Genealogical Society occasionally receives donated items of genealogical interest from its members and...
Discovering the FamilySearch.org Full Text Search Tool
Guess what happened when I recently dropped into a Society Front Porch Talk—Kentucky Ancestors Pre-1850? I discovered one...
March Madness 2024: Expand Your Genealogical Game Beyond BMD!
Get in the Game: Score Big with Genealogical Research Madness! Just like in March Madness, expanding your playbook beyond...
Meet our Members: Rebecca Page
What do you enjoy about researching Kentucky ancestors? Putting stories to the faces in old family...
Meet our Members: Denyce Porter Peyton
What do you enjoy about researching Kentucky ancestors? I enjoy learning about the history of Kentucky through the "eyes"...
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Whether you are just starting out in your journey or are so experienced that librarians and record clerks know you by name, we offer Kentucky resources and support you can’t get anywhere else.