What We Do
The Genealogical Society of Allegany County, Maryland is a non-profit organization of genealogists. We research our ancestry and family history, and are interested in preserving our family heritage for future generations.
Activities
The Genealogical Society of Allegany County meets the third Thursday of the month. These meetings are held at the South Cumberland Branch of the Allegany County Library, 100 Seymour St., Cumberland, MD. Meetings are held at 1:00 PM in March, May and October; April, June, September and November are held at 6:30 PM. December's meeting is a luncheon meeting at 12N at a local restaurant. August's gathering is an informal picnic. There are no meetings in January, February and July.
Research Library
The Research Library of the Genealogical Society of Allegany County, Maryland, is located in the Appalachian Collection of the Library at Allegany College of Maryland, 12401 Willowbrook Road, Cumberland, MD. Hours are: Monday, 9AM-4PM; Thursday, 10AM-2PM; Friday, 1PM-4PM. The library is open year around but is closed on legal holidays and in inclement weather (winter), and when ACM is closed for various college breaks. If traveling a distance, it is wise to call ahead.
The Research Library contains many family histories, as well as a great deal of historical and genealogical material, not only for Allegany County, MD but for those counties and states that border Allegany County. Check often for new material which is donated and/or purchased frequently!
Research Library Directions
From I-68, take exit 44 to Allegany College of Maryland, Willowbrook Road. Follow Willowbrook Road for about a mile. The College Library is the first building on the left after entering the campus. The Appalachian Collection is located in the back right corner of the library.
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