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Why should you join?

The Seeley Genealogical Society welcomes new members!

There are a number of benefits associated with SGS Membership including the quarterly SGS Newsletter, access to society research and information, and building lifelong friendships with like-minded cousins who share a love of family history.

To join our society, simply head to our Membership Levels page and choose your desired membership length. We look forward to welcoming you to our SGS family.
The Seelye Mansion in Abilene, Kansas
What Drives Us?

To connect our family legacy

We are driven by our members passion for preserving history, uncovering family connections, and sharing discoveries that strengthen a collective legacy.

Our Purpose and Mission

Our purpose is to build a strong, connected Seeley family community that fosters meaningful relationships and preserves our shared history for future generations. We do this by:
  • Researching, disseminating, and preserving Seeley information.
  • Responding to member questions about Seeley ancestral lines or other queries.
  • Communicating Seeley information in a variety of ways, including newsletters, books, the website, and a Facebook page.
  • Managing the Seelye Research Center preserving our history.
  • Creating community amongst our members and supporters.

Membership connects you with a supportive community of Seeley family researchers, gives you access to valuable resources, and helps preserve our shared family history for future generations.

Members enjoy access to newsletters, research updates, as well as opportunities to participate in reunions, workshops, and collaborative projects.

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Not at all! Whether you’re just beginning your family history journey or have years of research experience, SGS offers resources, guidance, and a welcoming community for everyone.

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No, it’s also about community. Members enjoy connecting with distant relatives, attending reunions, and sharing stories that make our family history come alive.

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We offer several different levels of membership to the Seeley Genealogical Society. All levels are eligible to receive a free .PDF version of our newsletters. Or, if you prefer, you can choose a membership that comes with a printed and mailed (+ additional fee) newsletter instead.

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Top 3 Reasons to Join our Society

Connect with Family

Meet and build relationships with Seeley relatives from around the world through reunions, events, and shared discoveries.

Discover Your Roots

Gain access to exclusive newsletters, research support, and family stories that help bring your genealogy to life.

Preserve Our Legacy

Contribute to the preservation of Seeley family history so it can be enjoyed by future generations.
Genealogy is an ongoing journey, full of unexpected discoveries. The information here reflects our best knowledge at the moment, but it may have gaps or the occasional error. And, it will change as we learn more.