WHITTIER AREA GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY
Discovering our family stories.
Helping others do the same.
The Whittier Area Genealogical Society (WAGS) was founded in 1981 in Whittier, California, to meet the needs of those interested in finding out more about their family history and digging deeper to find their roots.
We offer monthly meetings featuring prominent genealogy speakers, sponsor a virtual annual seminar featuring nationally known lecturers, and hold bimonthly meetings for writers to share their life stories and family histories.
We also provide research assistance to people worldwide who are exploring their roots in Whittier and surrounding communities in southeastern Los Angeles County.
Connections
Learning Opportunities
Discoveries
Meet friendly and helpful people who are working on discovering their families' stories.
Learn how to discover your family history from monthly speakers, fellow genealogists, and other resources.
Do you have an ancestor who seems to be hiding behind a brick wall? Maybe we can help you break through and see what's on the other side!
UPCOMING WAGS EVENTS
All times listed are Pacific Time.
Click on the title of the event below to find out more information.
Finding Your Ancestors in England: Overview of England Genealogy Research
South Whittier Library Meeting Room, 11543 Colima Road, Whittier CA 90604 + On Zoom
California Pioneer Certificate Program and Early California Records
South Whittier Library Meeting Room, 11543 Colima Road, Whittier CA 90604 + On Zoom
Overlooked Records: What You Can Learn from Lawsuits
South Whittier Library Meeting Room, 11543 Colima Road, Whittier CA 90604 + On Zoom
March 2026 Writers Group Zoom Meeting
Zoom
This meeting will be held on Zoom. To join the Zoom meeting, click here.
March 2026 Writers Group Senior Center Meeting
Whittier Uptown Senior Center, 13225 Walnut Street, Whittier CA 90602
This meeting is in-person only.
April 2026 Writers Group Zoom Meeting
Zoom
This meeting will be held on Zoom. To join the Zoom meeting, click here.