Guest Membership Registration

Welcome to the Northwest Suburban Genealogy Society. We are pleased to offer free Guest Membership so you can explore our presentations, Special Interest Groups, and community of family history researchers.

A Great Way to Get Started

Guest Membership is a wonderful way to get to know NWSGS. As a guest member, you can attend many of our monthly presentations and Special Interest Group meetings at no cost and discover what our society has to offer.

We want genealogy enthusiasts of all experience levels to feel welcome. Whether you are just starting your family history journey or have been researching for years, Guest Membership makes it easy to join us and participate.

Why We Hope You Will Consider Paid Membership

While Guest Membership is free, the programs and services we provide are not. NWSGS pays presenters, supports Zoom access for online meetings, maintains the website and digital tools, and covers the infrastructure needed to deliver quality programming throughout the year.

If you enjoy our meetings and resources, becoming a paid member is one of the best ways to support the society and help us continue offering strong educational programming for everyone.

Your Support Helps Fund
  • Paid presenters
  • Zoom meetings and hosting
  • Website tools and resources
  • Members-only content
  • Society infrastructure and operations

Benefits of Paid Membership

Paid membership does more than support NWSGS. It also gives you access to valuable benefits that can enhance your genealogy experience and help you get more from our programs.

Meeting Handouts

Access handouts and supporting materials from presentations where available.

Meeting Recordings

Watch or rewatch selected meeting recordings when available if you missed a program or want to review it again.

Priority Signup

Receive priority signup privileges for meetings and special programs.

NWSGS Newsletter

Stay informed with society news, upcoming events, and helpful genealogy content.

Members-Only Features

Access valuable members-only resources and features throughout the NWSGS website.

Support the Mission

Help NWSGS continue bringing quality speakers, useful programs, and a strong genealogy community to our members and guests.

Start as a Guest. Stay as a Member.

We are glad to welcome you as a guest member, and we hope that once you experience the value of NWSGS, you will consider becoming a paid member.

Guest Membership lets you get started. Paid Membership helps keep our meetings, speakers, resources, and online programs strong for the future.

Register as a Free Guest Member

Join us as a guest and start attending many of our monthly presentations and Special Interest Group meetings.

Complete Guest Registration

Ready to Become a Paid Member?

Support NWSGS and enjoy additional member benefits including handouts, recordings where available, priority signup, and members-only website features.

Learn About Paid Membership

Thank You for Being Part of NWSGS

Whether you begin as a guest or join as a paid member, we are glad you are here. NWSGS is built on learning, collaboration, and shared enthusiasm for family history. We look forward to welcoming you.