Maine Genealogical Society

MGS Webinars for 2026 – Free for Members Only!

April 22, 2026- Father Robert Parent, President, Maine Franco-American Genealogical Society and Camden Martin, Vice-President, Maine Franco-American Genealogical Society.

Researching your Franco-American Roots in Maine.  If you have Franco-American ancestry, then these gentlemen will share their knowledge of how to research Canadian ancestry.   MFGS President Father Parent is well known for his work in this area.  An addition, Camden Martin will provide information about the societal history of the Francos in Maine.

May 13, 2026 – Michael Dwyer

The Duplicitous Life of Rev. Silas Hall, as revealed in the pages of The Maine Genealogist." Michael Dwyer, a forty-year member of the Maine Genealogical Society and a frequent contributor to the journal, will present the twists and turns in researching a family filled with shocking surprises.

June 10, 2016- Bonnie Wade Mucia

Uncovering Pre-1900 New England Church Records for Genealogy.

Discover how to locate New England church records from before 1900, including those hidden in unexpected places. This talk explores the history of colonial religious groups, key repositories, and strategies for finding records in archives, libraries, and private collections. Learn to use essential reference sources and uncover records that may be stored outside New England, providing valuable insights into genealogical research.

*All Webinars are 6pm – 8pm.  Login begins at 5:30pm to give the speaker time to set up and members time to join and chat before the talk begins.