A pedigree chart is a simple way to begin the documention of your family line because it lists only the father, mother and direct descendant in each generation. Researchers are encouraged to submit a pedigree chart for use by others who are searching the same family lines. The Pedigree charts are indexed and placed at the Special Collections branch of the Albuquerque Public Library. You can update your chart at any time that you find additional ancestors.

Although membership is welcome, the service is free to members and nonmembers.
 

A project to identify those families who lived in New Mexico prior to statehood (1912), it is widely used as a networking tool. Information is submitted on the New Mexico Ancestors form, which is similar to a family group sheet, listing the husband, wife and children. A copy of the submitted form will be placed at the Special Collections Branch of the Albuquerque Public Library, where it is available to other researchers, and space permitting, a summary will be published in the New Mexico Genealogist and/or on the NMGS web site. Information previously submitted may be updated at any time.

This service is free to members and nonmembers. An additional sheet may be added if necessary. Questions? E-mail info@nmgs.org
 

Primeras Familias (First Families) de Nuevo Mexico is similar to the second program, but requires verified documentation. Researchers whose ancestors lived in New Mexico during any of the historical periods listed below may submit proof of direct descent from that ancestor. New Mexico Genealogical Society, after verifying the documentation, will issue a certificate listing the name of the researcher and of the early New Mexico ancestor. The lineage will be published in the New Mexico Genealogist. There are several categories for the Primeras Familias de Nuevo Mexico certificate:

• Native American Indian
• Oñate Period 1598-1680
• Reconquest Period 1692-1821
• Mexican Period 1821-1846
• Territorial Period 1846-1912

Qualifying for Primeras Familias de Nuevo Mexico is the ultimate proof of your hard work in researching your family. The certificates make beautiful gifts for those very special people in your family, as each is individually prepared and signed with the NMGS seal, and are suitable for framing.

There is a $15 processing fee for the first certificate ordered, and $10 for each additional certificate. Processing of applications requires one to six months, sometimes longer, depending upon the complexity of the application and the documentation provided.

Click here for a Primeras Familias application form and full instructions. Membership in New Mexico Genealogical Society is welcome, but not required.