Welcome to our Chapter.
The Metro Atlanta Chapter of the Afro-American Historical and Genealogical Society, Inc. (AAHGS), provides a monthly local enlightening forum for family-tree researchers by sharing historical and genealogical information, methodology and sources about African Americans with roots not just in Georgia, but in all states and nations.
Join Us!
AAHGS members constitute the leading African American genealogy society in the United States. Membership is open to the public.
Membership in the national Afro-American Historical and Genealogical Society is required in order to join our Metro Atlanta Chapter.
Membership term is from January 1 through December 31 each year.
Next Meeting
- NEXT CHAPTER MEETING: SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 26, 2026
Join us for our September Chapter meeting, held online via “Microsoft Teams”!
It begins at 1 P.M. with our featured topic, followed by Chapter business.
Non-members: If you would like to join the meeting, please email info@aahgsatl.org by September 25, 2026.
“Researching African American Archives”
Tips and methods for researching repositories that collect and preserve African American and African Diaspora history
Derek T. Mosley, Archivist
Archives Division Manager, Auburn Avenue Research Library
- SAVE THE DATE: AAHGS-National’s 1-Day Virtual Symposium
“RESEARCH. RECOVER. RECLAIM: Documenting Our Legacy With Evidence and Intention“
Saturday, October 24, 2026
Register here: Members and Non-members!
Afro-American Historical and Genealogical Society, Inc.