Special Interest Groups (SIGs)

The following groups specialize in personal research in their topic areas. They meet as a group, similar to genealogy clubs. Any interested person is invited to attend.

GERMAN INTEREST GROUP

The group meets on the first Monday of each month at 7:00 pm. in the IGS library.

628 East Grand Ave
Des Moines IA 50309-1924

Offers the opportunity to share knowledge of German research. You will find experienced researchers, translators and travelers with extensive personal knowledge of the various regions in Germany.

Learn more about the German Interest Group.

IRISH INTEREST GROUP

The Group meets on the third Tuesday of each month at 7:00 pm. in the IGS library.

c/o Theresa Liewer
1607 NW Northwood Drive
Ankeny IA 50021-1090

Emphasis is placed on documenting the family in the United States to uncover the county of their Irish origins. Members are encouraged to bring their family research for group discussion and problem solving.

AFRICAN AMERICAN INTEREST GROUP

Described by the group as a "Village Gathering," the AAIG meets the 4th Sunday of each month at 2:00 at the IGS Library. All those interested in tracing their African-American roots are welcome to attend.

For further information, contact: Judy McClain c/o the IGS Library.

NORWEGIAN INTEREST GROUP

The group meets on the 4th Tuesday of the month (except December) at 7:00PM at the library. The group is designed for learning how to research in Norway, helping others in their search for ancestors, sharing: information, websites, and ideas of other and new resources.

For further information, contact: Linda Greethurst c/o the IGS Library

VETERANS INTEREST GROUP

The Veterans Interest Group meets on the 2nd Saturday of the month, 9 AM - 11 AM,  at the library. The group is designed for learning how to research veterans and share: information, websites, and ideas of other and new resources.

For further information, contact: Duane Pierce c/o the IGS Library