• North/South Migration: 1754 Mission Land Grant Era

    Clark County Genealogical Society and Library 3205 NE 52nd St., Vancouver, WA, United States

    The Clark County Genealogical Society will host "North/South Migration: 1754 Mission Land Grant Era" from 10 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Nov. 4. We often focus on the late 18th century westward trek from Atlantic coast settlements, but early pioneers also traveled between California and Oregon Territory during that time. RSVP at ccgs-wa.org/activities/classes/or call 360-750-5688. The cost is […]

    $15 – $20
  • Clark County Genealogical Society presents “Haunted Vancouver” with Jeff Davis

    Clark County Genealogical Society and Library 3205 NE 52nd St., Vancouver, WA, United States

    Historian, author and paranormal researcher Jeff Davis will share spooky tales of ghostly citizens and soldiers from the city of Vancouver as well as the Vancouver Barracks. Ghosts range from the Slocum family to General Alfred Sully to anonymous specters. Davis is the author of "Weird Washington" and "Weird Oregon" and has appeared on "Ghost […]

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  • Genealogical Travel Revelations and Disasters

    Clark County Genealogical Society and Library 3205 NE 52nd St., Vancouver, WA, United States

    The Clark County Genealogical Society will offer "Genealogical Travel Revelations and Disasters," a class based on several presenters' actual travel disasters. Attendees will learn travel preparation skills and get tips for travel research planning. Participants should bring lunch or snacks if planning to attend both the class and the following free, hands-on workshop. The class […]

    $15 – $20
  • Researching Your French Ancestors

    Clark County Genealogical Society and Library 3205 NE 52nd St., Vancouver, WA, United States

    The Clark County Genealogical Society will host "Researching Your French Ancestors" from 10-11:30 a.m. June 3 at 3205 N.E. 52nd St., Vancouver. Learn useful strategies for successful family genealogy search, […]

    $20
  • Clark County Genealogical Society presents “Discovering Washington and Oregon Pioneer Family Connections”

    Clark County Genealogical Society and Library 3205 NE 52nd St., Vancouver, WA, United States

    Clark County Genealogical Society presents "Discovering Washington and Oregon Pioneer Family Connections" from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. April 1 at the Clark County Genealogical Society and Library, 3205 N.E. 52nd St., Vancouver. Attendees will learn more about pioneer research and gain insight into organizing information about groups of people linked by geography or circumstance—beyond […]

    $15 – $20
  • Our History, Our Museum: 60 Years of the Clark County Historical Museum

    Clark County Genealogical Society and Library 3205 NE 52nd St., Vancouver, WA, United States

    The Clark County Genealogical Society will host Brad Richardson presenting "Our History, Our Museum: 60 Years of the Clark County Historical Museum," from 10 to 11:30 a.m. March 25. This […]

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    Turning PowerPoint into a Family Story

    Clark County Genealogical Society and Library 3205 NE 52nd St., Vancouver, WA, United States

    The Clark County Genealogical Society will host a First Tuesday workshop, "Turning PowerPoint into a Family Story," from 10:00 to 11:30 a.m. March 4. Convert photos, letters, and stories into a video that you can easily share. Bring to class five to 15 of your photos that tell a single story. Class will cover:  Scanning […]

    $15 – $20
  • Clark County Genealogical Society General Meeting

    Clark County Genealogical Society and Library 3205 NE 52nd St., Vancouver, WA, United States

    Clark County Genealogical Society's next general meeting is 10 to 11:30 a.m. Oct. 22 at the society's building and library at 3205 N.E. 52nd St., Vancouver. The topic is "Archaeology at Vancouver Barracks" with Fort Vancouver National Historic Site Museum Curator Meagan Huff. She will share information on the history of archaeology at Vancouver Barracks, […]

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    Maps and Their Genealogical Clues

    Clark County Genealogical Society and Library 3205 NE 52nd St., Vancouver, WA, United States

    The Clark County Genealogical Society presents "Maps, Maps, Maps and Their Genealogical Clues," 10 to 11:30 a.m. Oct. 1 at 3205 N.E. 52nd St., Vancouver. Maps can provide a wealth of clues about your ancestors. The presenter will discuss which facts can be found in maps. Afterwards, a free guided workshop will help attendees find […]

    $20
  • Finding Your Ancestors’ Immigration

    Clark County Genealogical Society and Library 3205 NE 52nd St., Vancouver, WA, United States

    The Clark County Genealogical Society will offer "Finding Your Ancestors' Immigration" class and workshop from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Aug. 6 at 3205 N.E. 52nd St., Vancouver. Attendees will learn about the resources that can unlock the mystery of when and where your ancestors first set foot in North America. Students will examine immigration […]

    $20
  • Clark County Genealogical Society Car Boot Sale

    Clark County Genealogical Society and Library 3205 NE 52nd St., Vancouver, WA, United States

    The Clark County Genealogical Society will host a car boot sale in its library parking lot at 3205 N.E. 52nd St., Vancouver, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Aug. 5. Sellers are welcome to join for a $15 fee per parking space. Call 360-750-5688 to reserve a space. Learn more about the genealogical society at […]

    $15
  • Basic Genealogy Strategies – Family History Clues in Probate Records

    Clark County Genealogical Society and Library 3205 NE 52nd St., Vancouver, WA, United States

    The Clark County Genealogical Society is offering a series of six free one-hour, in-person basic genealogy strategies classes. Each class will focus on a different topic for digging into the roots of your family tree. The final session "Family History Clues in Probate Records" will be held at the Clark County Genealogical Society Library from […]

    Free

    Basic Genealogy Strategies – Using the Ancestry Website Effectively

    Clark County Genealogical Society and Library 3205 NE 52nd St., Vancouver, WA, United States

    The Clark County Genealogical Society is offering a series of six free one-hour, in-person basic genealogy strategies classes. Each class will focus on a different topic for digging into the roots of your family tree. The fifth session "Using the Ancestry Website Effectively" will be held at the Clark County Genealogical Society Library from 11 […]

    Free

    Basic Genealogy Strategies – History and Your Family

    Clark County Genealogical Society and Library 3205 NE 52nd St., Vancouver, WA, United States

    The Clark County Genealogical Society is offering a series of six free one-hour, in-person basic genealogy strategies classes. Each class will focus on a different topic for digging into the roots of your family tree. The fourth session "History and Your Family?" will be held at the Clark County Genealogical Society Library from 11 a.m. […]

    Free
  • Historic Cemeteries of Portland, Oregon

    Clark County Genealogical Society and Library 3205 NE 52nd St., Vancouver, WA, United States

    The Clark County Genealogical Society will host a presentation on the historic cemeteries of Portland from 10 a.m. to noon Feb. 28. The presentation will be made by authors Teresa Bergen and Heide Davis. The two friends have long loved to visit cemeteries together. During the pandemic year of 2020, they decided to write a […]

    Free

    Basic Genealogy Strategies – Where Are Your People Located?

    Clark County Genealogical Society and Library 3205 NE 52nd St., Vancouver, WA, United States

    The Clark County Genealogical Society is offering a series of six free one-hour, in-person basic genealogy strategies classes. Each class will focus on a different topic for digging into the […]

    Free

    Basic Genealogy Strategies – Organize with Purpose

    Clark County Genealogical Society and Library 3205 NE 52nd St., Vancouver, WA, United States

    The Clark County Genealogical Society is offering a series of six free one-hour, in-person basic genealogy strategies classes. Each class will focus on a different topic for digging into the […]

    Free

    Basic Genealogy Strategies – The Beginning

    Clark County Genealogical Society and Library 3205 NE 52nd St., Vancouver, WA, United States

    Beginning February 7, the Clark County Genealogical Society is offering a series of six free one-hour, in-person basic genealogy strategies classes. Each class will focus on a different topic for […]

    Free
  • Clark County Genealogical Society 50th Anniversary Celebration

    Clark County Genealogical Society and Library 3205 NE 52nd St., Vancouver, WA, United States

    The Clark County Genealogical Society will host its 50th anniversary celebration from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Aug. 27 at the Clark County Genealogical Society Library, 3205 N.E. 52nd St., Vancouver. The event, a 70s-themed costume party that is open to the public, will be held rain or shine outdoors. Covered seating will be available. […]

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