Afro-American Historical and Genealogical Society Metro Atlanta Chapter   Home   Mission   ·   Meetings   ·   Membership   ·   Community Programs   ·   Surnames & Queries   ·   Contact Us   ·   Links Membership AAHGS members constitute the leading African American genealogy society in the United States. Membership is open to the public. Member Benefits Members Only section Networking and sharing research techniques and information with local and national AAHGS members Monthly minutes, open brain storming and round table discussions Discounts on workshops, seminars and other educational programs National bi-monthly newsletter AAHGS News and semi annual publication of the Journal of the Afro-American Historical and Genealogical Society Free published queries in AAHGS News Opportunity to submit research for publication in Journal Attend and participate in national conference at reduced rates Attend field trips and participate in chapter projects  Membership in the National Afro-American Historical and Genealogical Society is required in order to join a local chapter.  Membership term is from January 1 through December 31 each year. Click on the following link to download and print an application form: AAHGS National Membership Application Membership Fees for AAHGS - Metro Atlanta Chapter: $55.00 Individual = 35.00 National membership and 20.00 Local membership $65.00 Family = 40.00 National membership and 25.00 Local membership $80.00 Organization = 45.00 National membership and 35.00 Local membership $35.00 Youth (under 18) = 25.00 National membership and 10.00 Local membership $50.00 Silver Legacy (age 72+) = 35.00 National membership and 15.00 Local membership $35.00 Golden Legacy (age 77+) = 35.00 National membership and 0.00 Local membership Click on the following link to download and print an application form: AAHGS Metro Atlanta Membership Application