Ventura County Genealogical Society

Message from President, Caron Tait

Whether you're a novice beginner or a seasoned genealogist, please enjoy and explore our new website. We have great folks who are diligently expanding and improving the site.
 
The VCGS Board and I extend to you a warm welcome to come and enjoy the monthly programs at the Ventura Family History Center, participate in the activities, workshops and our yearly seminar.
 
Our free regular monthly meetings are normally held on the third Saturday of each month from 1 to 4 p.m. Visitors are always welcome - hope to see you there!
 
VCGS general meetings are hosted by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints at 3501 Loma Vista Rd in Ventura, which is located at the North end of Mills Rd.
 

Benefits of Membership

  • Monthly general meetings with talented and exciting speakers.
  • Yearly Fall seminar. Review our EVENTS page to keep informed of our upcoming activities.
  • Our bi-annual publication the Journal. Each issue contains articles and information of interest to family researchers.  
  • Access to our members-only section on the Society's website.
  • Members-only email notification of special genealogical interest items and local, state, and national genealogical events.
  • Opportunity to participate on special projects.
  • The most compelling reason to join VCGS is the friendships you will establish with fellow researchers in the area. Those with a new interest in genealogy can learn from experts, and the experts can share the wealth of their experience. Membership is from January 1 to December 31 of each year. 
Click on the JOIN US menu item to pull up a Membership Form.

Reference Library

Ventura County Genealogical Society provides full maintenance and development of the Genealogy Collection housed within the Camarillo City Library (upper level), 4101 Las Posas Road, Camarillo, California.  You can access the catalog using the Library choice on the left-side menu.
 

Get Involved!

All VCGS activities are brought to life by the hard work of our volunteers.  Society elections are held each year in November, and vacancies on the VCGS board are filled as needed.  If you would like to volunteer your assistance, please contact the president.
 
Follow us on our FaceBook page to receive timely updates about genealogical activities and our society.
 
FaceBook logo - link to VCGS FaceBook wall

Affiliations

Federation of Genealogical Societies
 
Representing the members of hundreds of genealogical societies across the United States and other nations, the Federation of Genealogical Societies (FGS) is here to link the genealogical community and help its members grow.
 
 
 
California State Genealogical Alliance - Member
  
Founded in October, 1982, the California State Genealogical Alliance serves as a statewide association of independent genealogical societies, individuals, and non-profit organizations.
 
 
 
 
 
FamilyTreeMagazine
 
Half of your total paid will go to support the FGS and hundreds of local member societies that need your help!
 
 
 
 
 
 
FamilyTreeDNA
 
DNA Testing at Group Rates
 

Genealogy Road Trip Contest
Monday, May. 20th
Through May 24th. FGS is holding a contest to raise awareness about its Preserve the Pensions project to preserve and digitize War of 1812 pension files at the National Archives. To participate, simply complete the entry form on the website and add your name to their email list and then wait for your name to be selected for one of several prizes!
VCGS May Board Meeting
Monday, May. 20th
1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Genealogy Connect Training
Wednesday, May. 22nd
10:15 am to 11:45 am
The vendor will offer us expert training in using Genealogy Connect. This is a resource provided by the Camarillo Library.