Genealogy & History Events
Come to the Library to see the "Iowa Roots, Global Impact: The Life and Legacy of George Washington Carver" exhibit.
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 Ames Connection to WW2's Manhattan Project
Speaker — Kathy Svec, daughter of a Project researcher
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.
Celebrate the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence with this display of scanned historical documents dating back to the founding of the United States.
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.
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.
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