OUR MISSION
EWGS welcomes you!
EWGS, a non profit organization, offers help to anyone researching their family history. We provide programs, classes, workshops, and a vibrant website with local resource databases, contact links and current activities information.
OUR REGIONS
Eastern Washington Genealogical Society covers Ferry, Lincoln, Pend Oreille, Spokane and Stevens County (Region 7 of Washington State Genealogical Society).Eastern Washington Genealogical Society covers Ferry, Lincoln, Pend Oreille, Spokane and Stevens County (Region 7 of Washington State Genealogical Society).
LIBRARY VOLUNTEERS
FREE GENEALOGY HELP - NO APPOINTMENT NECESSARY Every Wednesday - Central Library located at 906 W Main
10:00 A.M. to 2:00 P.M.
Join us at THE HIVE, 2904 E Sprague, Spokane, WA 99202
Our Meetings
The Society meets the first Saturday of the month in January through December. There are no Meetings in July and August. Specific meeting information can be found under "Events" on the top menu bar. All those interested in genealogy are welcome at any meeting.
Publications
The society's digital publication, EWGS Digital Digest is published on our website quarterly. Information about submissions for the Digest can be directed to our Digest Coordinator at digestcoordinator@ewgsi.org.
Don't forget our BLOG. You can always find the link to the most recent blog in the upper right corner of the HOME page.
Special Interest Groups
Anyone can join any of our SIG's. Meetings are monthly. For information on our SIG's, go to:
Questions
Research questions may be directed to EWGS Researcher Charles Hansen at AskEWGSI@ewgsi.org or use the contact form found on this website.
Local Events
2025 September Monthly Meeting
The Hive: Zoom
Dr. Greg Gardner presentation looking at early diseases of our ancestors.
More details will be announced later.
Seminars/Workshops
2025 October Seminar
Southside Community Center - 3151 E 27th Ave, Spokane, WA 99223 Hybrid-Zoom available for this event Doors open at 8:30 a.m.
An overview of Civil War effects including:
COSTS: $40 - MEMBERS
$50 - NON MEMBERS
$20 - ZOOMERS
Special Interest Groups
Genealogy Detectives
The HIVE Room C (doors open at 9:30am for set up)
May and June MEETINGS HAVE BEEN CANCELED.
This class is for all that are interested in working on and learning about DNA to help you solve your brick walls.
Please bring your electronic device with you. Do not forget your cords and passwords to your accounts For those who have not attended prior you will need to have your DNA on one of the following sites: Ancestry, MyHeritage, FTDNA, 23andme or GEDmatch.
If you have any questions, please contact
please contact Lynda Keenan staft2020@gmail.com Lynda Keenan,
PLCGS Certified Genetic Genealogist
A Sapling to A Family Tree
Website: STAFT.org
Email: staft2020@gmail.com
Regional (non EWGS) Events
Museum of North Idaho
1011 Government Way Coeur d'Alene, 83814
Walk amongst the dead and discover the rich tapestry of history and heritage on our walking tours of Forest Cemetery. Nestled in the heart of the city, these cemeteries are more than just resting places—they’re living museums where history and nature converge.
Our guided tours offer an immersive journey through time, highlighting the stories of notable figures and local legends from the good to the bad to the ugly. Tours are 1.5 hours long and take place by flashlight Friday nights at 8:30 pm.
Step beyond the headstones of Forest Cemetery and uncover the lives of those who shaped our community. This guided tour will introduce you to notable men and women, from pioneers and civic leaders to unsung heroes. Hear chilling tales of murder, greed, and mystery, along with the fascinating stories of everyday individuals whose lives left a lasting impact.
As we walk among the graves, we’ll bring history to life with tales of triumph, tragedy, and the legacy left behind.
COST: $20 To get tickets for this event go to their website. LInk is listed below.
Phone 2086643448
Email programs@museumni.org
website: CLICK HERE
Scandinavian Interest Group
VIRTUAL ( ZOOM)
This month: Two case studies, one for Norway and one for Sweden.
The rest of the meeting will be used for discussion and answering questions. Share information and discuss Scandinavian ancestral research.
Register in advance for this meeting (click here).
You only need to register once for all Scandinavian SIG meetings in 2025. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
Keep this email; it may be the only link you get. If you forget to register in advance or misplace the email with the link, don't worry.
Register again.
You will be able to join the meeting directly from the registration window.
Hosts: Karen Knudson and Kathi M.
21st Annual Heritage Program
Center Place Event 2426 N Discovery Place Spokane Valley, WA 99216
TICKETS AVAILABLE AUGUST 27, 2025 COST: $25
For information and details on how to register and pay for this event - CLICK HERE
This year's presentation will be “ Antoine Plante”
Silent Auction, raffle, refreshments
