We are part of AAHGS, a national non-profit membership organization of diverse individuals and more than 30 Chapters committed to the preservation of the history, genealogy and culture of African-ancestored populations of the local, national and international communities.
Chapter members live in the “ATL” area and elsewhere, ranging in expertise from beginners to published authors, who research any locality -- not just Georgia.
Metro Atlanta Chapter History
The Afro-American Historical and Genealogical Society (AAHGS), Inc. - Metro Atlanta Chapter was established in February 2000 as a vehicle of exchange and support for genealogical research by co-founders Monica J. Hackney and Doris Posey and a group of eight other local genealogists, family historians, and novice researchers. To learn more, click here.
2026-2027 Chapter Officers
Special Interest Groups
Want to know more about a geographical area or genealogy topic? One of our Special Interest Groups (SIGs) might be a way to sharpen your knowledge — whether it’s about a particular State, the Caribbean, DNA or the Military.
In addition to attending our regular general meetings, members in these groups meet separately -- via video, conference calls or in person -- to share and learn information pertaining to their respective research focus.
For more information, click here.