Welcome to the website of the Gore Branch of the New Zealand Society of Genealogists.
We are an enthusiastic bunch of family and local historians and our member's genealogy interests; family stories & brick walls; branch newsletters; and list of resources are on this site.

We meet in Gore on the first Tuesday of each month and visitors are very welcome.

The benefits of membership include assistance with research, access to NZSG resources, trips to other repositories and a lively group of friendly and interested fellow genealogists.  We have a programme of varied and motivating speakers with activities throughout the year.

Our local areas include Gore, Ardlussa, Balfour, Charlton, Chatton, Clinton, Edendale, Heriot, Kaiwera, Kelso, Maitland, Mandeville, Mataura, Pukerau, Riversdale, Tapanui, Waikaia, Waikaka, Waipahi, Wendon, Wendon Valley, Wyndham.
Our Programme for 2022:
  • Tues 1 Feb - Family Heirlooms
  • Tues 1 Mar - Shipping
  • Tues 5 April - 
  • Tues 3 May - AGM
  • Tues 7 June - Research Night
  • Tues 5 July - 
  • Tues 2 Aug -
  • Tues 6 Sept - 
  • Tues 4 Oct -
  • Tues 8 Nov - 
  • Tues 6 Dec - Christmas Dinner, Gore RSA
Gore District Historical Society
Our sister organisation was opened in 1999.  The Museum is housed in the Hokonui Heritage Centre along with the Hokonui Moonshine Museum and the Gore Information Centre. Focussing on the history of Eastern Southland and the Mataura River Valley, displays include early costume and textiles, Victoriana, and domestic and medical memorabilia, providing an enjoyable visitor experience for all ages. On long term exhibition is 'The Story of Sgt Dan' which celebrates the contribution of oats, the Fleming family and national icons Sgt Dan and Creamoata to the district. 
The Research Centre attached to the Museum houses a significant collection of books, photographs and newspapers pertaining to local history. In addition, the Gore Genealogists collection of national and international family history records are available by enquiry.
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