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Members of the Wilkes Genealogical Society (WGS) enjoy a wide range of benefits, including access to quarterly publications, online resources, educational presentations, and exclusive digital materials. Our membership connects individuals worldwide who share an interest in genealogical research and the history of Wilkes County, North Carolina.

Quarterly WGS Bulletin

Members receive our quarterly publication, the Wilkes Genealogical Society Bulletin, which features articles of genealogical value along with abstracts of previously unpublished records related to Wilkes County, North Carolina.

The Bulletin is available electronically to all current members.

Archive Access

Members enjoy full online access to past issues of the WGS Bulletin, available in PDF format from 1967 to the present. Issues may be viewed and downloaded at any time.

Recorded Presentations

WGS hosts free educational presentations throughout the year. Recordings of these sessions are made available exclusively to members, along with any accompanying handouts.

Exclusive Website Content

Members have access to the complete digital archive of the Wilkes Genealogical Society Bulletin, as well as newly digitized materials added regularly to the website.

Member Discounts and Benefits

Members receive bookstore discounts ranging from 10% to 20%, depending on membership level. Details on discount tiers are available here https://wilkesgenealogy.org/membership/