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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.

February 3
Periodicals and PERSI
Many genealogical and historical societies produce periodicals. The Periodical Source Index (PERSI), produced by the Allen County Public Library's Genealogy Center, is the world's largest subject index for these publications. Learn about periodicals and how ...
February 19
The Ins and Outs of Researching at FamilySearch, Part 2
This second part of learning how to research at the website FamilySearch will focus on the rich treasure trove of unindexed records and how to search in them. Patti Hobbs, CG®, CGGSM will present.  Attendance ...
March 3
Photo Metadata 101: Telling the Stories of Your Photos Like a Pro
Do you feel the burden of saving, organizing, and preserving your family’s digital photos and need strategies for how to organize them? Do you worry about losing the stories behind those precious family pictures? In ...
March 19
Finding Your Ancestors at the Missouri Historical Society Library & Research Center
The Missouri Historical Society Library & Research Center in St. Louis holds a wealth of resources that tell the stories of our St. Louis and Missouri ancestors. City directories, military records, company newsletters, school yearbooks, ...
April 7
Untangling Family Folklore — from Orphan Train Rider to Truth through DNA and Documentary Records
The origins of OGS member Barbara White’s grandmother were steeped with mystery. She was alleged to be an orphan train rider to Kansas. Directed by DNA evidence pointing to her Italian parentage, documentary evidence revealed the truth.  ...