Visit the Somewhere In Time: IGS Wedding Memories exhibit in the West Wing, May 10-12, 17-19!

The Iowa Genealogical Society is active in promoting family history, education, and the preservation of records vital in the search for your ancestors. Take a moment to browse our website and discover what IGS can offer…

IGS Library

Extensive Library Facility

Our state-of-the-art facility integrates technology with traditional research. Over 22,000 volumes, 10,000 microforms, Wi-fi Internet access and more make the IGS Library the premiere family history resource facility in Iowa.   Read more >>

Education

Education and Outreach

Whether you are a seasoned  researcher or just beginning your family history journey, IGS provides a wide array of educational opportunities designed to enhance your genealogical experience. Classes, special interest groups, conferences and  publications provide the tools you need to discover your family’s unique heritage.  Read more >>

Library Assistance

Help When You Need It

Knowledgeable library staff and volunteers are the heart and strength of our Society. Offering assistance at the Library, via telephone, mail or email, our volunteers can help you break down those stubborn brick walls. Read more >>

Did you know…

… The IGS Library holdings include many published and non-published family genealogies compiled throughout the years. Cataloged under 929.2 in the Dewey System, you might find some treasures … Read more


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Somewhere in Time: IGS Wedding Memories

NOW OPEN! Wedding Memories Exhibit, May 10 – 12, 17 – 19, 2012. Open 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. daily. $5 donation requested.
The Iowa Genealogical Society is pleased to present a very special event. “Somewhere in Time: IGS Wedding Memories,” is a fundraiser exhibit of IGS member heirloom wedding dresses, apparel and accessories, along [...]

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A Message From the Education Committee

To: Scots/Scots Irish Interest Group, and English- Welsh Interest Groups
From: The IGS Education Committee– Linda Greethurst, Theresa Liewer, Debi Chase, Jan Myers
Re: Open House,” Do You Know Who You Are?”
We would like to invite you to participate in an open house we are planning at the IGS Library on Saturday, June 16, 2012 from noon [...]

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From the President’s Desk: May 2012

By Nicoe Hart, IGS President
It’s Spring and things are happening at IGS. April saw the Spring Conference with Eric Basir (and if you didn’t come you missed a really good opportunity to listen and learn from an expert). I want to thank everyone who helped set up chairs, tables and audio system for the conference [...]

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