Afro-American Historical and Genealogical Society - Jean Sampson Scott Greater New York Chapter
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New Membership

Membership is open to all individuals 18 years or older who share an interest in genealogy, history and the pursuit of research focused on one’s family.  Membership in the national organization is a prerequisite for membership in the local organization.*  A combined fee of $65.00 is required annually for an individual membership (local membership is $30.00 and national membership is $35.00).  Similarly, family memberships ( a member plus one individual) is $80.00 annually ($40.00 for the local organization and $40.00 for the national).

*National Life Members only have to renew their Local Memberships annually. 

The fiscal year is January 1 to December 31.  Only persons in good financial standing are eligible to vote in chapter elections or receive member benefits such as newsletters and journals.

Visitors are welcomed and encouraged at all general membership meetings.  However, after three visits to AAHGS-NY, interested parties are asked to consider working with the organization on an extended basis by joining.   

Membership Plan:
Select Membership Plan:
Membership Plans Offered:
Plan Name For Maximum Associated Members Annual Fee Description
Individual Person(s) 1 $65.00 Individual membership entitles one person to attend all meetings and functions, to receive an electronic copy of the newsletter, and full access to the Member's Only section of the website. This annual fee also includes membership to our national organization.
Family Person(s) 2 $80.00 Family membership entitles two people at the same address to attend all meetings and functions, to receive an electronic copy of the newsletter, and full access to the Member's Only section of the website. This annual fee also includes membership to our national organization.
Student Person(s) 1 $30.00 A person 18 years or older, with confirmed school enrollment at college level or higher. Student membership entitles one person to attend all meetings and functions, to receive an electronic copy of the newsletter, and full access to the Member's Only section of the website. This annual fee also includes membership to our national organization. Email proof of enrollment to membership@aahgs-newyork.org.
National Lifetime Member Person(s) 1 $30.00 *National Lifetime Members have to renew their Local Memberships annually.
Local Chapter Only Person(s) 1 $30.00 National dues are paid through another chapter. Send verification of National dues payment to membership@aahgs-newyork.org.