Preserving The Past To Inspire The Future For Over 50 Years
The Watauga Association of Genealogists Northeast Tennessee was organized in 1971 and published the first Bulletin May 1972.The Bulletin is devoted to copies and abstracts of original source data relating to Northeast Tennessee and adjacent areas. The Association publishes the Bulletin semi-annually – April and October. In 2016 WAGS went to an all digital format and our Bulletin is available online for all members.
Genealogy Tip:
Naming Patterns in Genealogy
Naming traditions can be a powerful tool in genealogy research, offering insights that help trace family lines, identify relationships, and distinguish between individuals with similar names. By understanding and applying these naming traditions, genealogists can uncover connections that might otherwise be overlooked, making it easier to build accurate family trees and uncover ancestral histories.
Video: The Power of a Name: Exploring Naming Traditions in Genealogy by Genealogist Lisa Lisson
Article: The Importance of Names and Naming Patterns by Donna Przecha
Lots of artcles! – Cyndi’s List Name Links
Association Meeting Announcement
VISITORS are welcome to attend all meetings.
ANNOUNCING
The Watauga Association of Genealogists will hold its next monthly meeting at the
Johnson City Public Library and online via Zoom on
Tuesday, September 3rd, at 6:30 p.m.
TOPIC: Treasures in the Attic
SPEAKER: Roger Bowers, author and genealogist
Roger will help you figure out what to do with the family treasures you find and how to prepare this information on your family history. These records can include births, deaths, marriages, wills, court records and photos. Roger’s presentation is based on what he did to produce his book, “Descendants of Leonard Bowers.”
The public is invited to attend all WAGS meetings held on the first Tuesday of the month.
When: Tuesday, September 3rd, at 6:30 p.m.
Where: Johnson City Public Library, 100 W Millard St., Johnson City, TN
Zoom Meeting ID: 951 8932 1435
Passcode: 457673
Join the Watauga Association of Genealogists
Membership is open to persons with genealogical or historical interests. Dues are $18.00 yearly, payable to the organization on or before January 1 of each calendar year. If you wish to join, please make checks payable to Watauga Association of Genealogists-Northeast Tennessee. A new member receives two issues of the Bulletin for the year he/she joins. All members are entitled to one free query per issue. For more information about our group, please contact us at: wagsnetn1971@gmail.com
Books and genealogical materials donated to WAGS will be reviewed in the Bulletins as space permits and will be donated to the Johnson City Public Library for the Tennessee Room.
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All photographs displayed on this site were taken by Betty Jane Hylton unless otherwise specified.
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