Kalamazoo Valley Genealogical Society
Kalamazoo Valley Genealogical Society -- Kalamazoo, MI

Welcome to the KVGS website!

We serve historians and genealogists who are interested in the Kalamazoo River Valley region - and around the world, too.  Join us!
 

Happy lazy days of summer from beautiful Michigan!

As is our tradition, the KVGS membership will take a brief summer break from its monthly meetings until September. Please plan to join us for our next general meeting at the Portage District Library (300 Library Lane, Portage, MI), or via Zoom, on Monday, September 21, at 7 pm. All are welcome!
 
Immediately following a brief business meeting, we will enjoy a sure-to-be-interesting presentation. Come early to the library for a cookie, to catch up with old friends, and to make new ones. Refreshments will be available at 6:30 pm.
 
KVGS will continue to offer monthly "Drop-in Genealogy Help" sessions in the Fall, beginning September 24. Come to the Portage District Library's Heritage Room, between 10:00 am and 12:00 pm, on Thursdays following our general meetings. Drop by the library and see how another perspective can help. You do not need to be a member to participate.
 
In the meantime, be sure to check the RESEARCH TRIPS section in the left column of the home page for information about the 2026 Independent Research Trip to Washington, D.C., from Sunday, September 13, through Saturday, September 19. The trip is not limited to KVGS members. All adventurers are welcome! Two Zoom meetings about the trip will be held on Wednesday, July 1, and Thursday, August 6, at 7:00 pm. Email info@mikvgs.org to request a Zoom registration link.
 
We also invite you to visit our EVENTS page often for updates on upcoming summer and fall activities and programs.
 
Suppose you missed an earlier program. Members will find recordings and handouts from previous programs in the MEMBERS section of our website.
 
We look forward to seeing you in September!
 
Best regards,
 
KVGS Board
 

KVGS on Social Media and Other Sites

KVGS is on more than just our own website.  Visit us at the following links to check out our "footprint" on the Internet.
 

Memberships & MI Pioneer Certificates

 

We are an organization member of the National Genealogical Society. Visit the NGS website at:  https://www.ngsgenealogy.org/
 
Genealogy Calendar of Events:  https://ConferenceKeeper.org
 
 
We are an organization member of the Michigan Genealogical Council. Visit the MGC website at:  https://mimgc.org/
 
Genealogy Calendar of Events:  https://mimgc.org/events-calendar/
 

 
MGC Pioneer Certificate Program:  https://mimgc.org/pioneer-certificates/
 
If you are thinking of applying for a Michigan Pioneer Certificate and wish to know more about the KVGS Mentoring Program, contact Janine Cotugno at janinecotugno@yahoo.com. We’ve also added a document sharing application tips on the “Forms, Tools, and Tips” page of the KVGS website.
 
Aug
3
Board Meeting
  Monthly board meetings are open to members. Come see the Board in action. Currently, the Board is meeting by Zoom.  If you want to ...
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Aug
6
Informational Zoom Meeting #2 - Independent Washington, DC Research Trip (Sept 13-19)
  The research trip to Washington, DC will be Sept 13 - 19, 2026.  Join us!   Topics to be covered include housing, meals, ...
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Aug
17
KVGS Ice Cream Social
  What a perfect summer break! Join us for some ice cream and socializing. Play a little genealogy trivia with old friends and new. Preview upcoming ...
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Aug
31
Board Meeting
  Monthly board meetings are open to members. Come see the Board in action. Currently, the Board is meeting by Zoom.  If you want to ...
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Sep
2
Family Tree Maker User’s Group (SIG)
  Meets once a month on the first Wednesday at 10:00 a.m. on Zoom. New users and experienced users of the software gather to help ...
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