New York Genealogical and Biographical Society

New York Genealogical and Biographical Society
FoundedNew York City, United States
(1869 (1869))
TypeGenealogical society
PurposeFamily history, Genealogy, Kinship and descent
Location
  • New York City, U.S.
Area served
New York state
ServicesGenealogical records, Historical records, Genealogy research, Genealogy education
Websitewww.newyorkfamilyhistory.org

The New York Genealogical and Biographical Society (NYG&B or NYGBS) is a non-profit institution located at 36 West 44th Street in New York City. Founded in 1869, it is the second-oldest genealogical society in the United States, and the only statewide genealogical society in New York state. Its purpose is to collect and make available information on genealogy, biography, and history, particularly in relation to New Yorkers. The Society also publishes periodicals and books, conducts educational programs, maintains a Committee on Heraldry, and offers other services.