Eastside Genealogical Society

Discover Family History and Connect with Community

Based in Bellevue, Washington, Eastside Genealogical Society (EGS) is a welcoming, all-volunteer nonprofit dedicated to helping people explore, document, and share their family stories. Whether you’re a beginner tracing your first ancestor or an experienced researcher digging deeper, EGS offers education, community, and inspiration.

Our Mission

The mission of EGS is to encourage and promote the study of genealogy through education, collaboration, and community involvement. EGS provides programs, classes, and opportunities that help genealogists of all levels grow their skills and connect with others.

“Every name tells a story — and every story deserves to be found.”

What We Offer

Monthly Meetings – Free & Open to All
Join us for engaging speakers, research tips, and lively discussions
- When: Second Thursday of each month (except Jul., Aug., & Dec.)
- Where: Primarily virtual
- Who: Everyone is welcome — membership is not required
- View upcoming meetings
Special Interest Groups (SIGs)
- Meet others who share your individual passions
- From regional studies to technology, our SIGs offer smaller, interactive communities within EGS
- Explore SIGs
Other special events
- In-person “What’s in Your Attic” event to show off artifacts of importance to our family history
- Research field trips
- Field trips to local cemeteries
Classes and Educational Outreach
- EGS provides free in-person and online classes
- Request a class for your group
Partnering with King County Library System
- Get personalized genealogy research assistance from experienced EGS Help Squad volunteers at the Bellevue Library
- Find educational programs, workshops, and special events for family historians
- Explore the extensive genealogy reference collection at the Bellevue Library enriched through EGS contributions
- See locally significant research indexes published by EGS available at the Bellevue Library

History

Read the history of Eastside Genealogical Society.

Join Us

Membership offers even more ways to expand your research and engage with the genealogy community. Learn, connect, and discover through our meetings, classes, special interest groups, and family history resources.

Join or renew your membership
Attend a free meeting

Support Our Mission

Your donation helps Eastside Genealogical Society provide educational programs, enhance genealogy resources, and support family history research in our community.