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Ozarks Genealogical Society OGS Library, 534 W. Catalpa, Springfield, Missouri
OGS Library, 534 W. Catalpa, Springfield, Missouri
 
 
 
 
 
 


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Welcome to the Ozarks Genealogical Society!

Founded in 1969, OGS has been the premier resource for genealogical research and learning opportunities for almost fifty years. Our members have access to the full spectrum of assistance such as annual research trips, monthly workshops, a fall conference featuring a nationally known speaker, and so much more.

The OGS library is notable for its collection of regional and county records covering southwest Missouri. You will find volumes of county vital records, county and regional histories, and bound periodicals and newsletters. There are numerous special collections of donated family research files. You can search over 160 indexed OGS publications of probate, census, cemetery and funeral home records from Greene County and surrounding areas. We have completely searchable files of all Greene County cemeteries, over one thousand pedigree charts submitted by members, and over 105 thousand Ozark's obituaries. Most importantly, you will find helpful volunteers to assist you in your searches.

OGS also offers numerous educational opportunities for our members and the general public. Whether it is our day and evening workshops, the informative newsletters or our annual conference, you will find an opportunity to share with and learn from other family researchers.

Please explore our web-site for more about the Ozarks Genealogical Society and the many resources and opportunities available to our members.

October 2
Women's Social Resources
In attics and basements, in repositories and museums, lie postcards, photograph albums, autograph books, and scrapbooks of newspaper clippings -- all resources generally kept by women and telling the stories of women’s lives. Local ...
October 18
In Search of the Carthage Light Guard
In 1918, a company of soldiers from Jasper County, Missouri, took part in one of the bloodiest battles of the "Great War."  Jeff Patrick, editor of the book "A Machine-Gunner in France," will discuss Captain Ward Schrantz and his men, his source material, and how he documented the experiences of one American ...
November 6
Genealogy Problem Solving
This three-part series will use a genealogy problem identifying a distant ancestor to demonstrate the types of resources and methodologies applicable to any research question. Audience participation is expected. Each session will begin with ...
November 15
Genealogy Problem Solving
This is the second session in a three-part series of using a genealogy problem in identifying a distant ancestor and to demonstrate the types of resources and methodologies applicable to any research question. Audience ...
December 4
Genealogy Problem Solving
This is the third session in a three-part series of using a genealogy problem in identifying a distant ancestor and to demonstrate the types of resources and methodologies applicable to any research question. Audience participation is expected. Each ...