Most genealogists only scratch the surface of FamilySearch.org Join Tamika Strong to uncover hidden tools that can transform your family history research. Non-members: email [email protected] by 6/26/2026 to join.
Don’t miss our upcoming May Chapter meeting!
“Give Me Back What’s Mine: Black Women Testify before the Southern Claims Commission”
Velma Maia Fann will explore claims submitted by Black women of Chatham County.
To receive meeting access, please email [email protected] by 5/ 16.
May Chapter Meeting | 1 PM | Teams
“Give Me Back What’s Mine”
Velma Maia Fann examines claims filed by Black women seeking restitution for goods taken during the Civil War.
Non-members: To receive meeting access, please email [email protected] by May 15.
April Chapter Meeting
Harvesting Ancestors – Lessons From the Garden
Sharon Batiste Gillins will look at genealogy best practices through gardening, using real case studies.
Presented in tribute to Emma Davis Hamilton.
Non-members: Email [email protected] by April 24
Historian Dr. D. L. Henderson presents: Explore the family history of Alice Walker and the legacy of Wards Chapel Cemetery in Eatonton, GA.
Non-members: To join the meeting, please email [email protected] by March 27, 2026.
Empress Emma
Teacher of history.
Guardian of family stories.
Leader, mother, friend, and mentor.
Your impact will never fade.
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UPDATE: Registration is FULL
Thank you for the overwhelming interest in Tracing Footsteps: African American Journeys Across 250 Years.
Waitlisted registrants will be notified by Wednesday, February 4 if space becomes available in the workshop.
Tracing Footsteps: African American Journeys Across 250 Years
Feb 5–7, 2026 Georgia Archives | Morrow, GA
Free 3-day symposium exploring African American life, resilience, and change through stories, scholarship, and genealogy.
Register by February 3 tinyurl.com/AAHS2026
Next Chapter Meeting | Sat, Jan 24, 2026 | 1 PM | Teams
Dr. Lisa Bratton shares research on Brattonsville and ancestral resistance.
Preview: youtube.com/watch?v=iqhtpkPe…
Non-members: Email [email protected] by Jan 23, 2026
Holiday Share: Chapter Meeting
Sat, Dec 20 • 1 PM
Every year, our Holiday Share reminds us the most meaningful presents aren’t wrapped, they’re discovered. Hidden ancestors. Forgotten stories. Connections that reshape how we see ourselves and our families.
Join Us.
Breaking Barriers in Lineage Societies
Three African American genealogists share how they traced Revolutionary era roots & joined major lineage orgs.
Nov 8, 1–3 PM | Georgia Archives (Hybrid)
Request link: [email protected] by 11/6
#Genealogy #DAR #SOFAFEA #SDUSMP
Join Taneya Koonce for One-Name Studies: How to Use Them for Your Family History. Focus on one surname, uncover connections, and enhance your research.
10/25/2025 1:00 pm Email [email protected] by 10/24/25 8 PM for the link
Last day to RSVP! Celebrate 25 years of AAHGS Atlanta on Sept 27, 9AM–2PM (Virtual). Featuring Dr. Herman “Skip” Mason, Deborah Strahorn, and greetings from our National President LaJoy Mosby. Request your link by 5:00 pm today: [email protected]
Join us for a powerful storytelling experience with Deborah Strahorn of the Kuumba Storytellers of Georgia.
She will present Preserving the Stories of African American Families during our 25th Anniversary Celebration.
📩 Request your meeting link: [email protected]
We are honored to welcome LaJoy Mosby National President of AAHGS @AAHGS , to our 25th Anniversary Celebration.
Also featuring Dr. Herman “Skip” Mason and Deborah Strahorn.
Virtual Event: Sept 27, 9 AM–2 PM. Request your link: [email protected]
Celebrating 25 Years of AAHGS Atlanta.
Request your meeting link today [email protected]
#AAHGSAtlanta #FamilyHistory
The Afro American Historical and Genealogical Society, Inc. Metro Atlanta Chapter is turning 25. Join our online anniversary celebration with guest speakers & genealogy fun. #genealogy #familyhistory
Request your meeting link now: Email [email protected]
