Learn about genealogy and your family history with Genealogy Plus!
The Story County Genealogical Society presents lectures and help sessions throughout the year.
Presented by Ames Public Library and the Story County Genealogical Society.
Genealogy & History Events
Topic — Computer Security
Speaker — Dr. Doug Jacobson
Ames Public Library connects you to the world of ideas through diverse and inclusive resources and programs. We welcome proposals via our website for programs at www.amespubliclibrary.org/programproposal and exhibits at https://www.amespubliclibrary.org/exhibit-proposal.
Topic — The Faces of Agriculture
Speaker — Dr. Paul Lasley
Ames Public Library connects you to the world of ideas through diverse and inclusive resources and programs. We welcome proposals via our website for programs at www.amespubliclibrary.org/programproposal and exhibits at https://www.amespubliclibrary.org/exhibit-proposal.
Topic — Tales from Slovenia: A Visit to My Ancestral Country
Speaker — Dr. Peter Orazem
Ames Public Library connects you to the world of ideas through diverse and inclusive resources and programs. We welcome proposals via our website for programs at www.amespubliclibrary.org/programproposal and exhibits at https://www.amespubliclibrary.org/exhibit-proposal.
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Ames Public Library connects you to the world of ideas through diverse and inclusive resources and programs. We welcome proposals via our website for programs at www.amespubliclibrary.org/programproposal and exhibits at https://www.amespubliclibrary.org/exhibit-proposal.
Topic — Walk Where Your Ancestors Walked: Virtual Heritage Travel using AI & Online Resources
Speaker — Lisa Lisson
Ames Public Library connects you to the world of ideas through diverse and inclusive resources and programs. We welcome proposals via our website for programs at www.amespubliclibrary.org/programproposal and exhibits at https://www.amespubliclibrary.org/exhibit-proposal.
Topic — Comparison of the Big Four Genealogy Websites
Speaker — Jim Anderegg
Ames Public Library connects you to the world of ideas through diverse and inclusive resources and programs. We welcome proposals via our website for programs at www.amespubliclibrary.org/programproposal and exhibits at https://www.amespubliclibrary.org/exhibit-proposal.
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Ames Public Library connects you to the world of ideas through diverse and inclusive resources and programs. We welcome proposals via our website for programs at www.amespubliclibrary.org/programproposal and exhibits at https://www.amespubliclibrary.org/exhibit-proposal.
Topic — The Disappearance of German-Americans
Speaker — Dr. Jeremy Best
Ames Public Library connects you to the world of ideas through diverse and inclusive resources and programs. We welcome proposals via our website for programs at www.amespubliclibrary.org/programproposal and exhibits at https://www.amespubliclibrary.org/exhibit-proposal.
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Ames Public Library connects you to the world of ideas through diverse and inclusive resources and programs. We welcome proposals via our website for programs at www.amespubliclibrary.org/programproposal and exhibits at https://www.amespubliclibrary.org/exhibit-proposal.
Resources from Past Events
2022-2023 Related Documents
- December:
"The Cultural Impacts of the COVID Pandemic" Slides - January:
"Preserving Food Traditions" Handout - February:
"We Pronounce It ne-VAY-duh" - March:
Gems & Junk
2021-2022 Related Documents
- February: DNA Resources