Preserving Our Roots
& Creating A Legacy
Our Mission:
The Florida Genealogical Society is devoted to the promotion of research, preservation, and publication of genealogical records and family histories. We offer valuable resources, educational programs, and community engagement to help individuals uncover their ancestral roots and celebrate their heritage. Our mission is to ensure that the stories of our past are preserved for future generations.
Having started on January 28, 1958, we are the oldest genealogical society in Florida.
FGS Tampa is proud to partner with the Hillsborough County Public Library Cooperative and is thankful for many years of partnership in the promotion of genealogical research in the Tampa Bay Area. The John F. Germany Library has one of the largest genealogy collections in the Southeast.
President's Welcome:
Welcome to the Florida Genealogical Society!
I would like to personally welcome you to the Florida Genealogical Society website and community. We are delighted that you have found us and hope you will become an active part of our society.
FGS is dedicated to preserving family history, promoting genealogical education, and helping researchers of all experience levels discover their roots. Whether you are just beginning your family history journey or have years of research experience, you will find opportunities to learn, connect, and share with others whose love of genealogy is part of their DNA.
Through our monthly meetings, educational programs, workshops, special interest groups, and special events, we strive to provide resources and support that inspire and encourage family historians. Our members enjoy learning from knowledgeable speakers, exploring new research tools, and sharing with fellow genealogists from across the community and beyond.
We invite you to explore our website, attend our meetings, and take advantage of the many resources and activities we offer.
Thank you for visiting the Florida Genealogical Society. We look forward to sharing this journey with you.
Warm regards,
Tammy Patascher
Florida Genealogical Society: Tampa, President
Hillsborough County
Century Families
The Hillsborough County Century Families program (HCCF) was begun in 2014 by the Florida Genealogical Society in Tampa. Its purpose is to recognize and honor individuals whose families have lived inside the boundaries of modern-day Hillsborough County, Florida, for at least 100 years. Successful applicants will receive a certificate and a pin.
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