The North Carolina Genealogical Society, chartered in 1974, is open to all who are interested in genealogical or historical research and in these goals:

• to increase interest in and raise the standards or research and compilation by means of educational programs and publications;
• to acquaint members with research sources and materials in North Carolina and elsewhere;
• to serve as a medium of exchange of genealogical information; and
• to promote the collection, preservation, and utilization of manuscripts, documents, and other materials of genealogical and historical value.

While not maintaining a library of its own, the Society promotes and encourages the development of the many fine research centers across the state. Books given to the Society for review purposes in the Journal are donated to the Genealogical Branch of the State Library of North Carolina located in Raleigh, NC.