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
Researching Scottish Ancestors: Civil and Parish Records in Scotland
THE HIVE 2904 E Sprague Spokane, WA 99202 HYBRID MEETING: IN PERSON AND VIA ZOOM
Please Note that the date is set for the 2nd Saturday (9/12/2026) because the first Saturday is Labor Day weekend.
Researching Scottish Ancestors: Civil and Parish Records in Scotland presented by Melanie McComb
Researching civil registrations and church records of births/baptisms, marriages, and deaths is often the first thing that family historians do when they learn they have ancestry in Scotland.
In this lecture, our expert reviews what information is provided in each record type and how to locate and access these resources.
Doors Open at 12:30 p.m. for social time
Program/meeting starts at 1:00 p.m. promptly
Family Stories & Legends: The truth
The Hive 2904 E Sprague, Spokane WA Hybrid Meeting
Richard Sola presenting FAMILY STORIES & LEGENDS: TRUE OR FALSE?
Doors open as 12:30 p.m. for social time
Holiday Customs Around the World
The Hive 2904 E Sprague, Spokane, WA Hybrid Meeting
Guest Speaker: Pam Duce
Details to be announced
Seminars/Workshops
Mastering Genealogy
Southside Community Center 3151 E 27th Ave, Spokane, WA 99223 Hybrid-Zoom available for this event Doors open at 8:30 a.m.
FALL PRESENTATIONS
Genealogy 101: Cyndi Ingle
Mastering Digital Filing for Genealogists
Genealogy 201: Josh Taylor
- The Modern Genealogist
- Genealogy 301: Josh Taylor
- Sound Decisions in a Search Everywhere Era
Same low price for EWGS members includes: snacks, lunch, dessert, coffee, tea
COSTS: $40 - MEMBERS (attending in person)
$50 - NON MEMBERS (attending in person)
$20 - ZOOMERS
Deadline for mailing checks is SEPTEMBER 26, 2025 BY 5:00 P.M.
NOTE: IF YOU WISH TO REGISTER VIA WRITTEN CHECK:
Write your check for the correct amount (see above),
MAIL TO: EWGS
9116 E SPRAGUE AVE., #438
SPOKANE VALLEY, WA 99206
Cancellation for this event AND TO RECEIVE A FULL REFUND is SEPTEMBER 26TH BY 5:00 P.M.
Special Interest Groups
TAG Monthly Meeting
Zoom Only CANCELLED FOR SEPTEMBER
Leader Needed for TAG: Our TAG Special Interest Group is currently without a coordinator.
We are seeking a volunteer who can guide the group, help organize meetings, and support members in exploring technology‑assisted genealogy.
If you’re interested in leading TAG, please contact the board.
Irish Group Meeting
ZOOM ONLY
Irish Group Monthly Meeting led by Paula Davis
If you are interested in attending this group or want to be included in the group email notices please contact:
Zoom Link: Click here
Paula Davis Email: tspoonmom@hotmail.com or you can text her: 208-344-2857
Sharpening Your Genealogy Skills
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 invite to zoom please contact Lynda Keenan at staft2020@gmail.com
Lynda Keenan, PLCGS Professional Genetic Genealogist
A Sapling to A Family Tree
Email: staft2020@gmail.com
RootsMagic Users Group
Via Zoom
RootsMagic Users will meet to discuss anything you might be ha having trouble with when using the software. This could be as simple as adding new people to your database or adding two sets of parents to a child (bio & adopted for example). During the June 2026 gathering we'll discuss how to best use RootsMagic to plan and organize your research. As usual, we'll address any problems you might be having while using the software. We'll also touch on where to find information about using the software during our summer break. After this one the next meeting will be in September.
OhMyHeritage
ZOOM ONLY
The OhMYHeritage NEW GROUP!
This SIG offers members a place to learn, share, and collaborate on MyHeritage research tools.
If you are interested, please contact Richard Freeman: rjfreeman2000@icloud.com
(Non EWGS) Events
Where Were Your Ancestors in 1776?
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints 260 E Juniper Colville, WA
This is a free workshop sponsored by The Northeast Washington Genealogical Society and The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints
DAR, Immigrations, Military and more!
For details and registration download the information HERE