The GFO Research Library has more than 60,000 holdings for all of the United States and many locations around the world, with particular strengths in the Pacific Northwest, Virginia, and French Canada. They have also placed online a variety of different indexes which users can search. While largely focused on Oregon and the communities within the state, it does have some non-Oregon based genealogy information online.
The Lebanon Genealogical Society is located at 55 Academy Street in Lebanon Oregon. Over the years the society has transcribed and placed online a large collection of genealogical material. We’ve provided links direct to their data here.
The Kentucky Genealogical Society, located at the Kentucky History Center in Frankfort, supports local genealogy research through various county societies. These include active groups from counties such as Adair, Bullitt, Fayette, and Johnson, as well as several others. Notably, some societies, like Bourbon and Muhlenberg, have dissolved. Additionally, regional organizations like the Tri-State Genealogical Society provide broader support for genealogical research across Kentucky. These societies play a vital role in preserving the state’s historical records and fostering community engagement in genealogy.
Oregon hosts various active genealogy societies, each with distinct policies regarding research services and access to online data. Notable societies include the Genealogical Forum of Oregon, Oregon Daughters of the American Revolution, and regional entities like the Rogue Valley Genealogy Society. Many societies offer unique genealogical resources and indexes for free or through membership. These societies contribute valuable information about local history and ancestry, benefiting both researchers and the organizations themselves.
Alabama is home to a diverse array of genealogical societies, both regional and county-based, that serve to support historical research and family history pursuits. Notable regional groups include the Canebrake and Natchez Trace Genealogical Societies, while county societies such as the Benton and DeKalb Genealogical Societies foster local heritage preservation. Ethnic organizations, such as the Birmingham African American Genealogy Study Group, highlight the state’s multicultural history. Additionally, urban societies in cities like Birmingham and Mobile facilitate genealogical efforts across Alabama.