Mission

Rochester Genealogical Society is an all volunteer organization dedicated to helping members improve research skills and broaden their enjoyment of family history.


The Society was formed to:

  • Promote individual and community awareness in genealogy and family history

  • Encourage original genealogical research and publication of findings

  • Publish a quarterly newsletter

  • Promote genealogical education within the Society and the community

  • Hold genealogical and special interest group meetings

  • Sponsor projects to promote and preserve genealogical knowledge

  • Support worthwhile genealogical activities of other organizations