Genealogical Society of Kendall County, Texas

Family History Place


 
Be sure to visit our excellent research facility, The Family History Place.  We are located at 114 E. Blanco Street in Boerne, Texas. We are open to the public and free to visit. Volunteers are on hand to assist researchers of all levels with tools, techniques, and problem-solving. Through a special partnership with the Family History Library of Salt Lake City, The Family History Place is now designated as a Family Search Center which provides enhanced access to genealogical records. This partnership has increased the number of free genealogical databases and websites available to all visitors. In addition, it increases the user's ability to have a higher level of access to the Family History Library in Salt Lake City. Membership is open to all who are interested in family history, whether local or remote. Donations support the continued preservation of records, local history, and community programming. Hours of operation are listed below.
 
Monday, 1 pm - 4 pm
Tuesday,  10 am - 4 pm
Wednesday,  10 am - 4 pm
Thursday,  10 am - 4 pm
Friday,  10 am - 4 pm
2nd Saturday, 10 am - 4 pm
Sunday, closed
 
Holidays for 2025
January 1 - 5 New Years Break
February 17 Presidents' Day
April 18 Good Friday
May 26 Memorial Day
July 4 Independence Day
September 1 Labor Day
November 26 - 30 Thanksgiving
December 20 - 31 Closed
 
If you are visiting from out of town, other hours can be arranged by appointment.
 
Phone: 830-331-8730
 
The research facility is open to the public and free.  Volunteers are available to assist you with your research questions and problems.

Researching Republic of Texas Ancestors


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Fifty First Families of Kendall County, Texas V2

 
Now Available!
 
 
Now Available!
Order your copy of these books and more from our Store.
Cost of Each Book - $20.00 plus Texas Sales Tax
If you want the book(s) shipped to you - Shipping and Handling Charge $5.00
 

Spring/Summer 2025 Issue of Keys to the Past

Spring/Summer Issue of Keys to the Past (May 2025) can be downloaded in the "Secure Download" section (Under the "Members Section).

Volunteers Needed!!

 
The Family History Place is currently open from Monday from 1 - 4 pm, Tuesday through Friday from 10 am - 4 pm, and the 2nd Saturday of each month from 10 am - 4 pm. We need volunteers to fill the spots for the 1st, 3rd, and 5th Fridays and the 2nd Saturdays. If you can help with any olf these time slots please sign up in the "Volunteer Opportunities" section near the bottom of this page or contact either James Hurst or Jennifer Bishop.

Volunteer Opportunities

 
We are always in need of volunteers.
In addition to our Research Center, we have other opportunities.
Click to View Volunteer Opportunities on SignUp
 
Click on the SignUp button to see all of the opportunities.


"The only truly dead are those who have been forgotten"

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Some of the historic pictures are courtesy of Dietert Historical Archives, Patrick Heath Public Library

November, 15
General Meeting
Learn more about the Wendish Settlement in Texas.
November, 21
Family Tree Maker Class
Join our Family Tree Maker class Friday Nov. 21st at 10am to learn about the 7 workspaces of FTM. It will be held at the Family History Place 114 E Blanco in Boerne. Stop by to sign up or call (830) 331-8730 for more info.
February, 21
2026 Hill Country Family History Seminar