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


We are now recording our programs for later viewing by members only. To go to the recordings, log in following the "Members Only" menu link to the left. Once you are logged in, click on "OGS Events and Programs" to expand the sub-menu options. Click on "Programs (recordings)" to retrieve links to the videos. It can take up to two week for recordings to be uploaded and linked.

 

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.

January 21
Is That Really Your Guy - Proving Conclusions
Building a family tree is fun. You go online, search for, and discover records that seem to be for your ancestors. But, accidentally adding the wrong branches to your tree can be frustrating and time-consuming to fix. Learn how to avoid ...
February 2
Federal Land Grants: Records that Map Our Ancestors’ Westward Journeys
Federal land grants were central to the nation’s expansion and left behind a rich body of records invaluable to genealogists. This session, presented by Certified Genealogist® Patti Hobbs, will provide an overview of the ...
February 18
Understanding the World Your Ancestors Lived In
Knowing who, when, and where is at the heart of genealogy, but as you fill out your tree you might find yourself asking "Why?" and "How?" about your ancestors. This presentation will delve into ...
March 2
Full-Text Searching at FamilySearch
In this lecture, Michael John Neill, a genealogist of over forty years’ experience, discusses effective techniques for utilizing the full-text search functionality at FamilySearch. Additionally Michael will teach how to create a search methodology and ...
March 18
Mapping Ireland's Records
In this presentation, renown genealogist John Grenham will explore ways in which visualising the locations through maps with surnames in Catholic records, valuations, census records, and records of births, marriages and deaths can help with genealogy ...