Rhode Island Genealogical Society

Welcome to RIGS


Welcome to the Rhode Island Genealogical Society web site.

 

Although Rhode Island is a small state, we have a rich history and heritage.  RIGS is focused on helping our members research their ancestors and preserve their family histories.

Please browse the abundance of resources and services that RIGS provides our members, and, if you have not already joined, please consider becoming a member. 

 

You can find out more using any of the menu options on the left or by visiting one of the pages below:

 
 
 
 
 

 

November Members Event
The next member event of the Rhode Island Genealogical Society will be held on Sunday afternoon, November 10, 2024 at the East Providence Public Library and virtually on Zoom. The meeting will begin at 1:00pm and last until about 4:00pm. All the details as well as directions to the meeting can be found here:

Special Sale of RIGS Publications
HOLIDAY BUNDLE - John Clark's World and Newport, Rhode Island Colonial Burial Grounds xplore the fascinating world of colonial Newport, Rhode Island in these two handsome volumes which would be of interest to anyone with early "East Bay" Rhode Island roots. The set includes John Clark's World and Newport, Rhode Island Colonial Burial Grounds. The special price of $30 is available for a limited time while supplies last! Check out this limited time offer at the RIGS Online Bookstore!!

New Addition to Online Store
Mallet and Chisel: 18th Century Gravestones Carvers of Newport, Rhode Island. This 352 page hardcover book is a 2023 reprint of the original which sold out. See details and order at the Online Bookstore here:

RI Roots and Gleanings Available on the Website
A reminder that all four issues of RI Roots as well as the annual edition of Gleanings electronic pdf files from past years, right up through the end of 2023, are available on our website on the Downloads (Members Only) section of the menu.

Give a Gift Membership
If you have friends, family, or coworkers who have expressed an interest in exploring their RI Roots, a membership to RIGS makes a great gift.

A new gift membership form has been created so that you can easily give the gift of a RIGS membership at a discounted price.