We’re almost there. Whether you’re joining us in Plainfield or on Zoom… Thank you for being part of preserving Indiana’s story. It’s not too late to join us. 👉🏻 https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/3babyvf/lp/072e00a9-2380-4ba9-8d9d-28c875bfd03f

From backyard plots to wartime impact 🌱 Join “V is for Victory Gardens” and explore how everyday people supported the war effort through gardening. 📅 April 20, 2026 | 6 PM 📍 Bedford Public Library, 1321 K Street, Bedford, IN Will you be there? #Genealogy #LocalHistory #VictoryGardens

Be part of history in the making 📜 Orange County is creating 250 Time Capsule packets. Share your story and be included in a capsule sealed July 4, 2026 and opened in 2076. Pick up packets at OCCF, county libraries, or Lost River Café. Return by mid-June. #Genealogy #LocalHistory

Join a FREE virtual program hosted by The Genealogy Center on April 16 will explore JewishGen.org. With expert Debbie Kroopkin, uncover tools that bring global Jewish history—and your own family story—to life. https://acpl.libnet.info/event/15984107 #GenealogyCommunity #FamilyHistory

April 15, 1861 As the American Civil War began, Oliver P. Morton called for 75,000 volunteers. Hoosiers stepped forward—many of their stories live on in our family trees. Do you have a Civil War ancestor? 💬 #IndianaHistory

Ready to write your Hoosier ancestors’ stories? ✍️ Join the IGS Writers SIG, a supportive group for writers of all levels. Share ideas, get encouragement, and bring Indiana family history to life together. 📧 Email [email protected]  to join. #AncestorStories

Your family stories deserve more than one home. Join us TONIGHT for Beyond the Journal: Where Else Your Family Stories Can Live 📅 2026-04-14 | 🕡 6:30 PM ET | 💻 Zoom 📩 Link in email 📧 Not a member? [email protected]

⏳ Registration closes April 12. Don’t wait. Two days. Expert speakers. Indiana archives. Immigration research. AI tools. Networking. Register today: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/3babyvf/lp/072e00a9-2380-4ba9-8d9d-28c875bfd03f

Step back into the Revolutionary era 🇺🇸 Hosted by the Washington County Genealogical Society, join Dr. James Fadely for an in-depth look at the American Revolution at the Depot Railroad Museum. 📅 April 19 | 2 PM 💲 $10 members | $12 non-members Will you be there? #Genealogy #AmericanRevolution

Join the Writers SIG and learn how to match your ancestor stories to publications, newsletters, and digital platforms that are ready for them. 📩 Register by emailing: [email protected] Take the next step in getting your stories out into the world.

Step into the stories that shaped a nation 🇺🇸 Join a discussion on Spies of the American Revolution at the Bedford Public Library. 📅 April 16, 2026 | 4 PM 📍 1321 K Street, Bedford, IN What secrets from the past might you uncover? #Genealogy #AmericanRevolution #LocalHistory

From conference insights to genealogy trends and community updates, the April IGS Newsletter is filled with stories waiting to be explored 📖 Don’t miss it: Log in → Account → Document Library

The best part of conference? The conversations. The breakthroughs. The encouragement. If you’ve attended before—what did you love most? 💬 Your story might inspire someone else to start theirs. 🔗 https://indgensoc.org/event-details/ #IGS2026 #IndianaGenealogy

IGS Volunteers Needed 📣 IGS is seeking members to serve on several committees, including County Genealogists, Lineage Societies, Membership, Nominations & Elections, and Publications. Get involved and help shape Indiana genealogy!

The National Genealogical Society’s 48th Annual Family History Conference, America at 250, is coming to Fort Wayne May 27–30, 2026! Extended hours at The Genealogy Center + nearly 200 already registered. Help us spread the word! 🔗 https://conference.ngsgenealogy.org

The National Genealogical Society’s 48th Annual Family History Conference, America at 250, is coming to Fort Wayne May 27–30, 2026! Extended hours at The Genealogy Center + nearly 200 already registered. Help us spread the word! 🔗 https://conference.ngsgenealogy.org

Every family tree has a mystery… what’s yours? Vote in the poll 👇 then join us for tools & strategies to move past it. 🔗 https://indgensoc.org/event-details/ #IGS2026 #RootsOfANation

Planning a visit to the Scott County Museum? Here’s what to know 📍 The museum (1050 S Main St, Scottsburg, IN) is currently closed due to staff shortages. Appointments are available—call 812-752-3388 and leave a message if needed. #Genealogy #LocalHistory

Ready to write your Hoosier ancestors’ stories? ✍️ Join the IGS Writers SIG, a supportive group for writers of all levels. Share ideas, get encouragement, and bring Indiana family history to life together. 📧 Email [email protected]  to join. #AncestorStories

The Jackson County History Center meets on the second Tuesday of each month at the Robertson Genealogical Library in Brownstown. The Center is also open Mondays, Tuesdays, and Fridays from 9–4. 📍 105 N Sugar St, Brownstown, IN 📞 Call ahead: 812-358-2118 #Genealogy

Pieces of the past are being brought back to life. 📰 The Jeffersonville Township Public Library is digitizing mid-20th century Jeffersonville High School newspapers, making them accessible through Indiana Memory. What stories might be waiting for you there? #Genealogy #FamilyHistory #LocalHistory

April 6, 1917 The United States entered World War I. 130,000+ Hoosiers served. 3,400+ never returned. The Indiana World War Memorial Plaza honors their legacy. Do you have a WWI ancestor? 💬 #IndianaHistory

Research trip to the Indianapolis area? Stay at Courtyard by Marriott Indianapolis Plainfield—just steps from the library. Make it a genealogy getaway 🌳 $179/night 🔗 https://indgensoc.org/event-details/

Spring invites us to begin again. 🌿 Just like the season, genealogy offers fresh starts—new branches to explore, new stories to uncover, and old mysteries waiting for a second look. What part of your family story are you revisiting this season?

Will we see you at the 2026 IGS Annual Conference? 🌳 This year’s theme, Roots of a Nation, reminds us that every family story is part of something bigger. Join us April 17–18 to learn, connect, and grow your research journey.

Not every family story fits in just one place—and that’s a good thing. In this session, we’ll explore where else your writing can go and how to confidently share it beyond the Indiana Genealogist Journal. 📩 Ready to join us? Email [email protected]  to register.

Only a few weeks left to register! In-person AND Zoom options available. Secure your seat today: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/3babyvf/lp/072e00a9-2380-4ba9-8d9d-28c875bfd03f

Looking for a place to connect with local history and fellow researchers? 🌿 The Brown County Historical Society meets on the first Monday of each month at 6:30 PM at the Brown County History Center. 📍 90 E Gould Street, Nashville, IN Will you be joining them this month? #Genealogy #FamilyHistory

What topic could spark your next genealogy breakthrough? Vote in the poll 👇 then join us to dive deeper into the sessions that matter most to you. 🔗 https://indgensoc.org/event-details/ #IGS2026 #IndianaGenealogy

The Bartholomew County Historical Society is now open Tuesday–Saturday, 10 AM–4 PM as of March 4. Stop by and explore the stories waiting for you. 📍 534 Third St, Columbus What might you uncover? #Genealogy #FamilyHistory #LocalHistory

The April 2026 IGS Newsletter is here! 🌱 Discover new stories, research tips, and Hoosier history waiting to be explored. 📖 Access it now: Log in → Account → Document Library What will you discover this month? #Genealogy #IndianaHistory #IGS

March 18, 1925 A deadly tornado struck MO, IL & southwestern IN, killing 700+ and destroying towns like Laconia & Elizabeth. Behind every record is a story of loss and resilience. Do you have a family connection to this day? 💬 #IndianaHistory

Unindexed records are ignored at your peril. Join Katy Bodenhorn to learn how to uncover hidden records & use FamilySearch Full Text Search. Sometimes the answer isn’t missing—it just isn’t indexed yet. 🔗 https://indgensoc.org/event-details/

Celebrate a hometown hero and explore history up close 🚀 Join the Virgil I. Grissom Centennial Celebration at the Grissom Boyhood Home. 📅 April 4, 2026 | 11 AM–4 PM 📍 715 Grissom Ave, Mitchell, IN Will you be there to honor his legacy? #Genealogy #LocalHistory #IndianaHistory #Space

Ready to write your Hoosier ancestors’ stories? ✍️ Join the IGS Writers SIG, a supportive group for writers of all levels. Share ideas, get encouragement, and bring Indiana family history to life together. 📧 Email [email protected]  to join. #AncestorStories

A new space to explore your roots is here 🌿 The Jasper County Historical Society has opened a new genealogical area with records from local businesses, churches, organizations, and family histories—all ready for you to explore. What will you discover? #Genealogy #FamilyHistory

⏰ Final call, IGS members! Voting for the 2026 Election of Officers & Directors ends TODAY at 5 PM ET. Don’t miss your chance to help shape Indiana’s genealogical future. 🗳️ Check your email and vote now!

Your ancestors’ journey didn’t start in America. 🌍 Discover how Württemberg emigration records can help you trace your family back to Germany. 📅 Mar 31 | 2:30 PM ET 💻 FREE Virtual 👉 https://acpl.libnet.info/event/15853683 #Genealogy #FamilyHistory #GermanGenealogy #Ancestry

🔎 Unindexed records are ignored at your peril. Katy Bodenhorn will teach you how to: • Navigate image-only collections • Use FamilySearch’s Full Text Search • Unlock hidden records 👉🏻 https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/3babyvf/lp/072e00a9-2380-4ba9-8d9d-28c875bfd03f

📣 Members — check your inbox! The 2026 IGS Election of Officers and Directors is now open. Your vote helps guide the future of Indiana genealogy. 🗳️ Vote by March 31 at 5:00 PM ET 🔐 Secure • Anonymous • One-time access 👉 Don’t wait — cast your vote today!

Every family story starts with curiosity 🌱 What apps or programs do you recommend for young students creating family history projects? From family trees to storytelling tools, your ideas can inspire the next generation. 👇 Share your favorites!

Find an old newspaper clipping about your family this week. Post it. Tag IGS. Inspire someone else to start searching.

Looking for a meaningful way to connect with Indiana’s past? 🧬 Explore ongoing Indiana-focused projects through WikiTree—perfect for anyone ready to preserve and share Hoosier family stories. Start here:

📣 Happening in our genealogy community! If this speaks to your research—or someone you know—please help spread the word and share this opportunity! https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/fzcUQsiZQLqaNQRPCwPfrg#/registration

Many Indiana families didn’t come straight from Europe—they paused, settled, then moved again. Join James Beidler & Katy Bodenhorn to trace Mid-Atlantic routes west. Follow the trail. Find the records. 🔗 https://indgensoc.org/event-details/ #IGS2026

Join The Genealogy Center for a FREE virtual program: “They Lived Where? Tips for Researching Locations” Discover how place research can bring your family’s story to life—whether the location is familiar or a mystery. All experience levels welcome! 👉 https://acpl.libnet.info/event/15848152

Can AI help you break through genealogy brick walls? 🤖 Join Sarah Wright of the Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library on April 17 to explore how tech can transform your research. 🎟 https://indgensoc.org/event-details/ #IGS2026 #IndianaGenealogy

Ready to write your Hoosier ancestors’ stories? ✍️ Join the IGS Writers SIG, a supportive group for writers of all levels. Share ideas, get encouragement, and bring Indiana family history to life together. 📧 Email [email protected]  to join. #AncestorStories

Your voice matters! The 2026 IGS Election ballot is in your email. 🗳️ Vote by March 31, 5 PM ET to help guide Indiana’s genealogical future. 👉 Check your email for your ballot and vote today!

You’ve written the story… now where should it go? Join us for Beyond the Journal and discover new places your family history stories can live, connect, and be discovered. 📩 Register for the Writers SIG by emailing: [email protected] Your stories deserve to be seen.