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 Michigan Spring!

 
Please join us for our next general meeting on Monday, May 18, at 7:00 pm. This event is hybrid (Portage District Library, 300 Library Lane, Portage, MI, and on Zoom). Socializing and refreshments will begin at 6:30 pm at the library. Members and guests alike are always welcome.
 
Immediately following the business meeting, Retired MSP Detective First Lieutenant David Eddy will present “Law Enforcement’s Leading Role in IGG-Enabled Criminal Investigations.”
 
Come and hear David Eddy’s fascinating talk!
 
For Zoom participants, KVGS members can expect to receive a reminder email with a Zoom registration link several days before the meeting. Visitors, please get in touch with us at info@mikvgs.org several days before the meeting to request the registration link. Members may also contact us by email.
 
KVGS continues to offer monthly "Genealogy Help" sessions in the Portage District Library's Heritage Room on Thursdays following our general meetings, from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm. Drop by the library on May 21 to see how another perspective can help. You do not need to be a member to participate.
 
We invite you to visit our Events page for updates on upcoming 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 on May 18!
 
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.
 

May
15
2026 Barbara J. Brown Family History Seminar Feathuring Alec Ferretti
  The Kalamazoo Valley Genealogical Society is a member of the Michigan Genealogical Council and is pleased to provide you with information on their ...

May
18
KVGS General Meet - David Eddy, Law Enforcement's Leading Role in IGG-Enabled Criminal Investigation
  Please join us for our May general meeting at 7 pm. Members and guests alike are always welcome!   This event is hybrid: ...

May
21
Drop-in Genealogy Help Sessions
    Need help with a genealogy research problem? Wondering what to do next in your family history search? Bring your questions and problems to ...

May
27
2026 National Genealogical Society Family History Conference
  The Kalamazoo Valley Genealogical Society is a member of the National Genealogical Society and is pleased to provide information on their upcoming family history ...

Jun
1
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 ...