Discover Your Lanark County Story
Whether you’re tracing your family tree, researching a historic property, or exploring the people and places that shaped our communities, the Lanark County Genealogical Society is here to help.
Since 1981, our volunteers have been preserving and sharing Lanark County’s rich heritage through research support, publications, educational programs, and community projects.
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Upcoming Meetings & Events
The Lanark County Genealogical Society meets monthly in a hybrid format, with opportunities to attend in person or via Zoom. Our meetings feature guest speakers, local history topics, and genealogy presentations designed to inform and inspire.
Attendance is free, and everyone is welcome.
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Publications & Community Projects
- Lanark County Routes – Volumes 1, 2, 3 & 4
- Lanark County Legends
- Recollections
- Seasons in the Wind
- Wild Lands of the Crown
We’re also working on new projects to preserve and share Lanark County’s history for future generations.
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How to Order
Ordering any LCGS publication is easy. Complete the Publication Order Form found in the orange menu bar at the top of this page.
You may also place an order by emailing corporatesecretary@lanarkgenealogy.com or calling 613-257-9482.
Membership Benefits
Become a member of the Lanark County Genealogical Society and enjoy access to our quarterly newsletter, The Lanark Log, featuring:
- Local history articles
- Genealogy resources and research tips
- Society news and announcements
- Upcoming meetings and events
- Community heritage projects
Your membership also helps support our ongoing work to preserve and share the stories, records, and heritage of Lanark County.
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Latest News
New Project Coming Soon
We’re excited to be developing a new project that will help preserve and share Lanark County’s rich history. More details will be announced soon.
Society Events & Activities
Visit often for updates on meetings, publications, community projects, and special heritage events throughout the year.
Stay Connected
History is best shared together.
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Contact Us
Lanark County Genealogical Society
📧 communications@lanarkgenealogy.com
🌐 www.lanarkgenealogy.com
Preserving Lanark County’s stories, one family at a time.
Genealogy • Local History • Research • Community
Explore Our Resources
Whether you’re beginning your family history journey or building on years of research, our resources can help you discover more about your Lanark County connections.
Communities of Lanark County, Ontario
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LCGS maintains an online resource library which includes transcribed documents, as well as surname listings and online queries posted by members of LCGS.
Transcribed documents include: Articles Family Bibles Family Histories Personal Letters Marriage Certificates Mostly Names Mostly Photographs 1905 Old Home Week
Lanark County Genealogy Queries
This online query service is available to members of the LCGS. Queries may only pertain to the County of Lanark in Ontario. A query is defined as a request for information in the form of a question e.g. “Seeking information on John Doe, born in Winchester, England on 1 July 1810. Married Jane Dodds in 1819 and lived in Ramsay Township, where he died.