Welcome to the New Jersey Chapter of the
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For more than 35 years, the New Jersey Chapter of the Afro-American Historical and Genealogical Society, aka AAHGSNJ, has strived to preserve African ancestral family history, genealogy, and cultural diversity by promoting research and disseminating information throughout the community. We seek to create a network of persons with similar interest, sharing our experiences and resources to assist members in documenting their histories.
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EMAIL: [email protected]
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NJAAHGS/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aahgs_nj_/
Website: AAHGSNJ.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NJAAHGS/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aahgs_nj_/
Website: AAHGSNJ.com
Chapter Activities
The activities of the chapter are in keeping with the objectives of the national society - to promote scholarly research and publication of African American History and the African Diaspora genealogy, and to provide a network within which members may share their research techniques and findings.
The activities of the chapter are in keeping with the objectives of the national society - to promote scholarly research and publication of African American History and the African Diaspora genealogy, and to provide a network within which members may share their research techniques and findings.
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SATURDAY OCT 17 @ 11 am - Hybrid
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints 1600 Springfield Ave. Maplewood NJ Please send an email to [email protected] to register |
OCTOBER 2026
Webinar by former AAHGSNJ President, Cherekana Feliciano
You can find more information about the cemeteries covered in the webinar at https://blackcemeteriesofnewjersey.com/.
October 15th - 25th
Tickets and More Info: Click HERE
Please Register by Oct 10th! Link to Register Below
AAHGS Members Must Sign In to Register
Click HERE to Register
Click HERE to Register
SAT OCTOBER 24, 2026 @ 2 PM
Franklin Twp Public Library
485 DeMott Lane, Somerset
Franklin Twp Public Library
485 DeMott Lane, Somerset
Why 1783 Matters
The Revolution did not end at Yorktown. Its most enduring questions emerged during the extraordinary months of 1783.
Before governments wrote, people acted.
The closing months of 1783 became the bridge between the ideals proclaimed in the Declaration of Independence and the institutions established by the Constitution...
Throughout the Revolutionary War, tens of thousands of enslaved men, women, and children seized opportunities to claim their own freedom by crossing into British lines or seeking refuge beyond Patriot control. Their decisions transformed the conflict into a constitutional struggle as well as a military one. By 1783, their actions had created political, diplomatic, and legal questions the new nation could no longer avoid...
British and American officials carried out the final terms of peace while commissioners documented the names, ages, and circumstances of departing Black refugees in what became known as the Book of Negroes...
COME OUT TO HEAR THIS FASCINATING HISTORY LESSON
The Revolution did not end at Yorktown. Its most enduring questions emerged during the extraordinary months of 1783.
Before governments wrote, people acted.
The closing months of 1783 became the bridge between the ideals proclaimed in the Declaration of Independence and the institutions established by the Constitution...
Throughout the Revolutionary War, tens of thousands of enslaved men, women, and children seized opportunities to claim their own freedom by crossing into British lines or seeking refuge beyond Patriot control. Their decisions transformed the conflict into a constitutional struggle as well as a military one. By 1783, their actions had created political, diplomatic, and legal questions the new nation could no longer avoid...
British and American officials carried out the final terms of peace while commissioners documented the names, ages, and circumstances of departing Black refugees in what became known as the Book of Negroes...
COME OUT TO HEAR THIS FASCINATING HISTORY LESSON
NOVEMBER 2026
Special Invite from an AAHGSNJ Community Partner
Start With What You Know: Beginning Your Family History Journey
Sunday, November 15, 2026 · 6:00 PM ET
Virtual via Zoom
Descendants of Heritage and Freedom℠
Featuring John Mills, Professional Genealogist
Free
Register for This Free Program
Registration is required. Zoom access information will be emailed after registration.
Join Descendants of Heritage and Freedom℠ for a free, beginner-friendly genealogy program designed to help participants take the first steps in researching their family history. Professional genealogist John Mills of Alex Breanne Corporation will provide practical guidance on starting with what you already know, organizing family information, identifying useful records, and building a strong foundation for genealogical research.
Sunday, November 15, 2026 · 6:00 PM ET
Virtual via Zoom
Descendants of Heritage and Freedom℠
Featuring John Mills, Professional Genealogist
Free
Register for This Free Program
Registration is required. Zoom access information will be emailed after registration.
Join Descendants of Heritage and Freedom℠ for a free, beginner-friendly genealogy program designed to help participants take the first steps in researching their family history. Professional genealogist John Mills of Alex Breanne Corporation will provide practical guidance on starting with what you already know, organizing family information, identifying useful records, and building a strong foundation for genealogical research.
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