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.

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OUR REGIONS

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, Spokane, WA

10:00 A.M. to 2:00 P.M.

Get help researching the story of your family. Come into the library to learn about our genealogy resources and work with experienced genealogy enthusiasts to learn how to fill out your family tree and explore various genealogy websites and charts. PLUS, tips for tracking down difficult-to-find family history.




Join us at THE HIVE, 2904 E Sprague, Spokane, WA 99202

MEETING INFO

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

Germans From Russia

The Hive Doors Open at 12:30

Speaker: Richard Scheuerman

Details coming soon!

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Find - A - Grave Event

Holy Cross Cemetery 7200 N Wall St. Spokane, WA 99208

Pre-Event training and information session - TBD - COMING VERY SOON!!!

Please mark your calendars for this date.  We will be looking for participants!

 

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Researching your ancestors in Wales

The Hive

Speaker: Donna Potter Phillips

DETAILS TO BE ANNOUNCED SOON!

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Seminars/Workshops

SPRING SEMINAR: REVOLUTIONARY WAR & AMERICA250

South Side Senior and Community Center 3151 E 27th Ave, Spokane, WA 99223

DOORS OPEN AT 8:30 A.M.

David Allen Lambert - Friend or Foe?

  • Nearly 250 years ago, America declared its independence from the British Empire, changing the course of history. While many took up the cause and supported revolution, others remained loyal to the British government—turning friends into foes and pitting neighbor against neighbor. 
  • In this lecture, Chief Genealogist David Allen Lambert will discuss how to research your colonial ancestors and determine if—and how—they may have served the cause of the American Revolution.

Stan Wills -  Flags, Uniforms & Weapons: The Making of a Revolution

Dolly Webb - The Rest of the Story: An Exploration of the Loyalist Perspective 

A challenge to the traditional 'traitor' narrative by examining how Loyalists—driven by a sophisticated ideology of constitutional restraint and fear of mob rule—sought to preserve the benefits of the British Empire while navigating the chaos of a civil war. We will explore the diverse makeup of the Loyalist population, ranging from enslaved individuals seeking freedom to Native Americans protecting land claims, to demonstrate that loyalty to the Crown was often a  choice for survival . Then there were the Quakers and  “fence sitters” caught in the middle of a revolution not of their choosing.

Registration is required 

$40 (lunch included) for EWGS members

$50 (lunch included) for non-members

$20 for zoomers 

Deadline to register is March 31st.

NO REFUNDS AFTER MARCH 31st.

FOR PAYMENT TO ATTEND CLICK HERE

IF you pay by check  - Please  include your email address so we can contact you and provide any handouts for this event.

Deadline if you pay by check is March 27th.

DOOR AND RAFFLE PRIZES                       BOOK SALE!                      FREEBIE TABLE

 

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Genealogy Classes

Genealogy 101: From Curiosity to Family Connections

The HIVE: 2904 E. Sprague Ave, Spokane Event Room A

This is a beginner genealogy class open to those who are just starting out and/or for those who would like to have a refresher course on the basics of Genealogy Research. 

We will be discussing everything from how to create a well-documented family tree, different types of research tools and how to be a successful researcher.  Each class builds on what was learned the previous week, however, new attendees are welcome each week.

 There will be experienced Genealogists there to assist you on your path to becoming an outstanding Genealogist.

For more information contact Lynda Keenan at staft2020@gmail.com

Please contact me for door code

This class will be held the 2nd and 4th Monday of each month from 6p – 8:30p. 

Lynda Keenan, PLCGS Professional Genetic Genealogist

A Sapling to A Family Tree

Email: staft2020@gmail.com

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Special Interest Groups

The Ancestry Group

Via Zoom Only

Meeting topic will be forthcoming!

 If you want to join TAG, please email Janice at: moerschelj@gmail.com.

If you are interested in attending this group or want to be included in the group email notices please contact:

 Janice Moerschel - moerschelj@gmail.com

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Sharpening Your Genealogy Skills (Refocus Group)

ZOOM ONLY

Sharpening your genealogy skills is the process of moving beyond simple name-gathering to become a more methodical and accurate family historian. 

It involves transitioning from "climbing the tree" to verifying the roots through advanced research techniques and critical analysis.

For the zoom invite and/or if you have any questions, please contact Lynda Keenan at STAFT2020@gmail.com

Thank you Lynda Keenan, PLCGS Professional Genetic Genealogist

A Sapling to A Family Tree

Email: staft2020@gmail.com

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Regional (non EWGS) Events

2026 AHSGR Spring Conference

Leavenworth, WA Bavarian village

"Farm to Table" or "Frisch vom Hof" relating to our German from Russia cultural heritage.

 We will examine some of the many aspects of farming through generations and the varied culinary delights and comfort foods fresh from the fields and gardens to our tables. 

 We have a unique German from Russia heritage we carry where ever we cultivate the soil and sit down at the table.

Brent Mai, Richard Scheuerman and other great presenters will offer intriguing insights.

Watch for upcoming registrations in January. WHO: This conference is to gather those with ties to the Pacific Northwest and early German from Russia settlers to this area of the US and Canada. We attempt in every way to make this accessible and affordable. There is limited space so "Mach schnell" NOTE: We will again have a silent auction to help offset expenses. Please consider what you can contribute.

More  Information click on this link

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