MSOG, Inc.
PO Box 215
Ashland, MA 01721-0215

Welcome!

MSOG is a community of genealogists at all levels - beginner, amateur, and professional - devoted to supporting each other as we conduct genealogical research in Massachusetts. While most of our members live in New England, we have members across the United States and internationally. What unites us is an interest in exploring our roots in Massachusetts and understanding how this unique place has shaped the lives of our ancestors.
 
MSOG is made up of chapters throughout Massachusetts: Bristol, Merrimack Valley, Middlesex, and Worcester. Each chapter has its own governing board of officers, annual meeting, and election. Each chapter is a member of the state board and is represented by the chapter’s president. Chapters do not meet during the months of July and August.

 

U.S. 250th Anniversary

MSOG is excited to join in celebrating the 250th anniversary of the United States and it's rich family history!
 
Please visit our U.S. 250th Anniversary page under Home.

 

Login to Members Only Section

If you are already a member of the Society, you can log in by clicking on the Members link. If you are not already a member, we encourage you to become a member and begin receiving all the benefits of membership. 

 

Membership Renewal

Membership Renewals for 2026-27
 
Beginning July 1, 2026 when you log into the website you will see a notice to renew your membership. Membership Year runs from September 1st through August 31st. 
 
Individual $30.00
Family $40.00
Subscription/Organizations $30.00
 
*PastTimes Mailing fee $11.00
 
*if you wish to change your membership to receive PastTimes by email.
Send an email to Treasurer@msoginc.org so I can change your membership type.

 

Membership

MSOG offers memberships for the Individual, Family, and Organization. Membership is from September 1st through August 31st.
 
Join today and begin enjoying the many benefits of being a MSOG member. Join or Renew now for 2026-2027.
 
Take advantage of all we have to offer! And we hope that you'll follow us on Facebook for timely news and information.
 


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View Meeting Recordings and Handouts

 
There are recordings and handouts for many of the chapter meetings available to members. Once you are logged in, select the Event Recordings section under Members to view these. Most of the recordings and handouts are available for two months from the date of the meeting. 

 

MSOG Pins and Danglersl

Members can purchase MSOG pins and danglers from the Store within the Members area. 
 
 

Upcoming Events
Jun. 16
7:00 pm
Writing Special Interest Group
The Writing Special Interest Group (SIG) will hold its next meeting on Tuesday, June 16th at 7:00 PM (via Zoom).  The group meets monthly to share works-in-progress, exchange ...
Jun. 20
12:00 pm to 1:00 pm
Bristol Chapter Annual Meeting: Learn about Patience (Greene) Brayton (1733-1794)
Presented by Marybeth Rua-Larsen and John Larsen   Patience (Greene) Brayton, an early abolitionist, preached at the Quaker Meeting House in Somerset, Massachusetts (formally Swansea, Massachusetts). Born ...
Jun. 27
10:00 am to 12:00 pm
Dancing on Four Continents – The A.B. Marcus Show
Presented by William Porteous   The A. B. Marcus Show is the most traveled variety show in U.S. history. The Show first performed in 1913 ...