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50th Anniversary Announcement
All during 2015 we will celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the Iowa Genealogical Society. To commemorate our anniversary, throughout the year you’ll be treated to a roundup of events focused around the theme “Sharing Family History for 50 Years.”
One event that will be held during the months of February, May, June, August, November and December is a family history story contest. The different story categories for these months and the rules that apply are listed below.
As we embark on this 50th year celebration, we extend our deep appreciation and gratitude to our members past and present, our volunteers and our team members. We look forward to serving you and the community for the next 50 years.
Rules. Continue reading
SAPIC
The State Association for the Preservation of Iowa Cemeteries (SAPIC) will present a panel discussion of the history, present activities of SAPIC and an overview of sections of the Code of Iowa that deal with laws pertaining to pioneer cemeteries at the IGS Annual Conference, Oct 10 and 11. Register for the conference.
Annual Conference 2014
Speaker, dates and registration for the Annual Conference were announced today.
Kathleen Brandt
Kathleen Brandt will be our main speaker. She has appeared on TLC and NBC: “Who Do You Think Your Are?” She is also a researcher on PBS: Finding Your Roots, and AARP and Jet Magazine. More info, topics and registration. It will be held October 10 & 11, 2014, at the St Paul’s Presbyterian Church in Johnston.