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TAAGS

Tallahassee African American Genealogical Society

Symbol: Baobab (BOUGH-bob) tree of Africa; often referred to as the tree of life; a tree so large & resilient that its greatest threat is the elephant looking for water.

Our Purpose

Create a platform for African American genealogy enthusiasts to connect, collaborate, and share family histories, research, and resources, fostering a supportive community for documenting and exploring ancestral paths.

Our audience

We are open to all with an interest in promoting African American genealogy. All levels of experience are invited to join us. We convene monthly in addition to special events, when applicable.

Meet The Team

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President

Ronald Williams

Vice-President

Rosalyn B. Greene

Secretary & Treasurer

Juanita Gaston

Valerie Scoons Interview

Valerie Scoons Interview

Upcoming Events

Sat, Jun 01
Armchair Heritage Tour
Library: Dr. B. L. Perry, Jr. Branch
Details
Jun 01, 2024, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Library: Dr. B. L. Perry, Jr. Branch , 2817 S Adams St, Tallahassee, FL 32301, USA
Frenchtown, Bradfordville, Miccosukee, Chaires & Allen Subdivision Organizers: Carla King Richardson & Claudette Wideman
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Sat, Jul 20
B(l)ack to the Past: Genealogical Explorations of Henry Wright and His Descendants
Tallahassee
Details
Jul 20, 2024, 9:30 AM – 3:30 PM
Tallahassee, 13093 Henry Beadel Dr, Tallahassee, FL 32312, USA
Presenter: Rebecca “Becky” Dickey & Natalie King Pedroso
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Sun, Jul 28
Recovering What Was Lost: The Edmund Shakespeare Family History Bel Air, Leon County
Leroy Collins Library (Main Branch)
Details
Jul 28, 2024, 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM
Leroy Collins Library (Main Branch), 200 W Park Ave, Tallahassee, FL 32301, USA
Presenter: Juanita Gaston, Ph.D.
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Our Bicentennial Sponsors

Thanks to our Sponsors!

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Tall Timbers

Cotton Boll

Collective

Alpha Upsilon Zeta Chapter

Broger Real Estate

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Grayson Consulting & Accounting

Dr. B.L. Perry, Jr. Branch Library

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John G. Riley Center & Museum

Archival & Historical Research Associates

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B.R.E.S Property Management

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Tallahassee 200 Bicentennial

Tallahassee Kappa Alpha Psi

St. John Missionary Baptist Church

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