About Fréamh Éireann:

Fréamh Éireann, meaning “Irish Roots” in Gaelic, is a genealogy group for members of the Fairfield Gaelic-American Club (GAC) who are interested in researching their family history, especially Irish ancestry. While we focus on Irish research, we are open to all family history inquiries.

Our Mission:

• Self-help group: Members share their research experiences, offer guidance, and identify useful resources, programs, and tools to help with personal genealogical research.
• Support for GAC members only: We do not conduct research for non-GAC members.
• Monthly meetings: We inform members about genealogical seminars, events, successful searches, and provide guidance on challenging research questions.

Guest Speakers & Field Trips:

• Periodic guest speakers are invited to present at meetings.
• Occasionally, we organize field trips to genealogical sites of interest.

Member Benefits:

• Learn from each other: Share research experiences, tips, and ideas.
• One-on-one guidance: New members can meet with experienced members for personal research assistance.
• Fréamh Éireann Library: Access to a variety of materials, including helpful website addresses.
  Irish Ordnance Maps: Available for members to explore.
• Genealogical Resources: Membership includes access to Town Clerks’ records throughout Connecticut, thanks to our approval by the Connecticut Secretary of State.
• Community: Connect with others passionate about genealogy, especially Irish ancestry.
  Research Tips: Learn useful genealogy “tricks” from fellow members.
• Guest Speakers: Benefit from presentations by experts in genealogy.
• Priority Registration: Get early access to public presentations hosted by Fréamh Éireann.
• Event Awareness: Stay informed about local genealogical events hosted by other organizations.
• Website: https://www.fegenealogy.org
  If you’re interested in learning more or joining, reach out to the group at FEsecretarygac@gmail.com or FEgacinct@gmail.com