Welcome to the new Web site for the Des Moines Historical Society! The purpose of our organization is to promote the preservation and study of the history and heritage of Des Moines, Iowa.

To this goal, we work to get the community engaged and involved in Des Moines' rich history by holding special events and quarterly meetings with relevant topics.

Take a look around this Web site for news on upcoming DMHS events, meetings, membership and more.

MEMBERS ONLY EVENT
"Finding Your Loved Ones" 
Saturday, Feb. 18, 2012
10:30 a.m.
Iowa Genealogical Society, 628 E. Grand, Des Moines

In the spirit of Valentine's Day, DMHS members are invited to utilize the resources of the Iowa Genealogical Society at no charge to begin or further your family research. Volunteers will be on hand to help get you started, or help you find the resources you need to continue your search for loved ones. Download a template family tree by clicking the above link, and bring it with you to the session. Start with what you know, and the rest can be discovered as you go along! 

Here are some resources to help you get started:

  Researching Your Family.pdf
  Family Group Record.pdf
  Pedigree Chart.pdf

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Read our  December 2011 Newsletter

    

Photo: Des Moines River, Des Moines, Iowa, 1914. Copyright Haines Photo Co., Conneaut, Ohio. The Library of Congress American Memory: http://memory.loc.gov.