Shenandoah Valley Genealogical Society

Shenandoah Valley Genealogical Society is a nonprofit organization for people interested in researching family history records anywhere in the world. We just happen to be located in the beautiful Shenandoah Valley of Virginia.

Our programs promote the use of sound genealogical practices. Meetings are normally held at the Handley Regional Library Auditorium in Winchester, Virginia on selected months between October and April. Contributions are tax deductible under Section 170 of the Internal Revenue Code.

To see upcoming speaker programs, click here.

VGS Genealogy Conference

For those of you interested in research of the War of 1812 era, the Virginia Genealogical Society (VGS) is sponsoring their Spring 2012 conference, scheduled for April 20th and 21st at the Virginia Historical Society, 428 North Boulevard, Richmond, Virginia. More information about "The War of 1812" can be found at the VGS website at www.vgs.org. Early registration is encouraged to receive a $10 discount.

Thank You to Our Loyal Supporters

The SVGS Board of Directors would like to thank those who have been loyal members, whether for the past six years or one. The Shenandoah Valley Compass Newsletter, issued by the SVGS, has been discontinued due to a lack of volunteer involvement. Also, SVGS will no longer have an official membership, but will continue with four speaker programs a year. We will accept donations at our programs to help offset the expenses for the speakers.