Whatcom Genealogical Society

10/29/2025

We've recently added newly digitized Korean War Era Draft Registration Cards from 10 states. Learn which ones on our Fold3 blog:https://f3.social/6ybb

10/27/2025

Whether you're stuck or just have a question, family history feels easier with a little guidance.

Link to book your appointment in the first comment!

10/25/2025

Thomas Balch Library will host "An American Revolution Symposium: Honoring Black Patriots and Loyalists" on Saturday, November 8th (10am - 4pm).

Presented by the Black History Committee, Friends of the Thomas Balch Library, the Symposium will introduce attendees to the often forgotten contributions of black patriots and loyalists who fought and died during the American Revolution. This will help the audience better understand the need to commemorate all Americans throughout the celebratory activities of the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution and the creation of the United States.

This is a ticketed event. More information and registration to come!

10/21/2025

THIS WEEK! For more information about our programs, please visit www.mymcpl.org/genealogy/programs
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10/21/2025

If your family history leads west to Oregon, Washington, Idaho, Montana, or Wyoming, Research in the US Northwest is your map to discovery. Beginning February 18, this 10-week SLIG Spring Virtual course explores the records, repositories, migrations, and stories that shaped the region from Indigenous nations and early settlers to industries, railroads, and immigrant communities.

With expert instructors guiding you through land laws, ethnic histories, and research strategies, you’ll build a personalized plan and uncover your ancestors’ footsteps in this rich and rugged part of the country. https://academy.ugagenealogy.org/courses/research-in-the-us-northwest/

10/10/2025

10/10/2025

Familysearch.org - if you are doing family history research, you've probably used this fantastic, *free* website along the way. But, are you using the most powerful tool, the catalog?

Join us on Monday, October 13th for a virtual presentation from RootsTech on how to use this amazing feature. We meet at the Pavilion in Pioneer Park in Ferndale, 2007 Cherry Street. Doors open at 1:30 and the meeting begins at 2pm. There is plenty of free parking, and no stairs to navigate into the building.

Not a member? No problem! We welcome visitors at our meetings.

Questions? Please visit our website at https://www.whatcom-gen-soc.org for more information.

We look forward to seeing you!

The Whatcom Genealogy Society webpage is designed to help people research their family history in Whatcom County. Monthly meetings, special events, and items of interest to the wider genealogical community can also be found on the site.

10/01/2025

Genealogy Jump Start is this weekend at the downtown Bellingham Public Library. Please see our website https://www.whatcom-gen-soc.org to find information on scheduling an appointment and more details. Walk-ins are welcome, but priority will be given to those who have registered in advance.

The Whatcom Genealogy Society webpage is designed to help people research their family history in Whatcom County. Monthly meetings, special events, and items of interest to the wider genealogical community can also be found on the site.

09/26/2025

Sep 27 Virtual Fall Webinar with Lisa Louise Cooke presented by Root Cellar Genealogical Society https://rootcellar.org/