About AAGSNC

Record Room, Yazoo County, MS (c) AAGSNC

The Organizing Members

The African American Genealogical Society of Northern California (AAGSNC) was founded in March 1996 under the leadership of Kathryn Burgess Smith. The organizing members were Charlesetta Braggs-Ford,  Jeanette Braxton-Secret, Charles T. Brown, Rayford Bullock, Electra Kimble Price,  and Ranie George Smith.

The organizers had a strong desire to preserve and promote the study of records of a genealogical and historical nature relating to African American ancestry. AAGSNC, a nonprofit organization, was incorporated in the state of California on November 4, 1998. AAGSNC is a member of the National Genealogical Society.

Mission

The African-American Genealogical Society of Northern California (AAGSNC) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated in its commitment to national and international African-ancestry family history research. The society provides a unique approach to education, research skills and support to anyone interested in genealogy.

Objectives

  • To promote interest in genealogy, biography, and related history of African Americans.
  • To supplement and enrich the education of African Americans through the collection, preservation and maintenance of African American genealogical materials.
  • To promote the accumulation and preservation of African American genealogical and related historical material and make such material available to all.
  • To promote and maintain ethical standards in genealogical research and publications.

Programs

AAGSNC holds monthly meetings that include guest speakers, workshops and seminars. These meetings provide an excellent opportunity to network with members and others interested in genealogical research.

Members can attend regularly scheduled trips to the local Family History Center and receive assistance with their research projects.

AAGSNC sponsors organized research trips to archives, special events and events with other historical and genealogical organizations.

Journal

The AAGSNC quarterly journal, The Baobab Tree, available to members only, includes tips for beginners, how-to articles, bibliographies, members’ success stories and many other valuable entries.

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