Clallam County Genealogical Society

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Clallam County Genealogical Society Founded in 1981, our mission is to educate and support individual genealogists and to preserve genea We are an all volunteer organization.

CCGS was founded in 1981 by a handful of genealogy enthusiasts. Our Research Center, located at 403 E. 8th Street, Port Angeles, is in a building we purchased and remodeled in 2020. Volunteer staff log in thousands of hours each year helping one another and members of the public. CCGS is managed by a Board of Directors elected from the membership.

Progress on our mural. We have been having some fine weather and Melissa has been going all out to get the mural backgro...
10/14/2026

Progress on our mural. We have been having some fine weather and Melissa has been going all out to get the mural background completed. Every day she is here reveals a new level of detail and texture; bringing our vision to life.

10/02/2026

Friday, October 30
All Saints Day Pot Luck (Special event)
5:30 pm to 7:30 pm
Research Center 403 E. 8th, Port Angeles
October ends with Halloween – the evening before All Saints Day. All Saints Day is a day of remembering our ancestors. And what could be more appropriate for genealogists than having a Halloween party?
Details: This will be a pot luck. CCGS will supply drinks, napkins, and utensils.
Friends and family members are included in the invitation.
You are welcome to come and decorate the day before.
Costumes: Wear a costume that represents your ancestral heritage…
Any pirates? Witches? Gypsies? Farmers? Scottish? Greeks? Ghosts?
No costume? Come anyway!
For more information or to help, call Roberta: 360-681-0962
Cost: a generous donation to the food bank

Saturday, October 17Membership Meeting and Presentation (Monthly Meeting)9:30 am to 12:30 pmResearch Center 403 E. 8th,...
10/01/2026

Saturday, October 17
Membership Meeting and Presentation (Monthly Meeting)
9:30 am to 12:30 pm
Research Center 403 E. 8th, Port Angeles
It soon will be October –so yes, it is officially autumn. Our next meeting will be on be October 17th. The presentation will be about using Cindy’s List and PERCI - two sources that will help you find more places to look fr your ancestors. They are perhaps, the most underused and best tools in the genealogical tool box.

Friday, September 25Free Beginning Genealogy Class (Education)10:30 am403 E. 8th St, Port Angeles, WA 98362Class for be...
09/22/2026

Friday, September 25
Free Beginning Genealogy Class (Education)
10:30 am
403 E. 8th St, Port Angeles, WA 98362

Class for beginning genealogists. The beginning class will cover basic information, census work, organizing & entering your research into a program, evaluating sources and evidence, using and finding research resources.

Our mural project contributes to the beauty and spirit of our community and ancestors. Please power our project and dona...
09/18/2026

Our mural project contributes to the beauty and spirit of our community and ancestors. Please power our project and donate today!

The Bulletin will be coming out in early October, and we need your input. Stories? Fascinating discoveries in your fa...
09/05/2026

The Bulletin will be coming out in early October, and we need your input. Stories? Fascinating discoveries in your family tree? Hints about a research technique or new data-base? A favorite relative? Geni-humor? A brick wall to share? Etc. Please send us your items before the 20th of the month.

Our family tree is growing as Melissa Klein makes outstanding progress on our mural project.
09/01/2026

Our family tree is growing as Melissa Klein makes outstanding progress on our mural project.

The Clallam County Genealogical Society is in the Peninsula Daily News released on Aug 22, 2026. https://www.peninsulada...
08/23/2026

The Clallam County Genealogical Society is in the Peninsula Daily News released on Aug 22, 2026. https://www.peninsuladailynews.com/2026/08/22/port-angeles-awards-grant-for-mural-on-nonprofits-building/

The article features the arrival of our first piece of mural art, completed by Melissa Klein. We are setting up a workshop area for Melissa so that the painting of the mural background can be accomplished during intervals of good weather. Our good neighbor, Alpha Builder, also continues to support our project. Stay tuned for future design updates and fund-raising activities. Please consider making a donation to our mural project today.

Saturday, September 19Membership Meeting and Presentation (Monthly Meeting)9:30 amResearch Center 403 E. 8th, Port Ange...
08/23/2026

Saturday, September 19
Membership Meeting and Presentation (Monthly Meeting)
9:30 am
Research Center 403 E. 8th, Port Angeles
Saturday, September 19th, the Clallam County Genealogical Society will feature Sue Mendenhall at their general meeting starting at 9:30 am. Citing from her own experience, she will answer the question in the title of her lecture:

What is the Importance of Planning and Creating a Genealogical Research Paper for Publication and How to Succeed?

Publishing a research paper transforms a casual hobby into an authoritative contribution to a lasting historical record. Your research and discoveries are important for bridging disconnected members to their families, and providing historical context. Your conclusions and discoveries represent an investment of your time and consideration. Preparing a research paper is the next step for the genealogist.

Ms. Mendenhall has prepared and published several research papers telling the history and stories of family members. For a publication to accept one’s work, several aspects must be considered. Sue will discuss and describe the process of preparing a research paper for publication. The application of the Genealogical Standard of proof, proper citation and what an editor may require will be addressed.

All are invited to join us for this free lecture which will be given live in Sequim at the KSQM-FM Radio Station community room or by Zoom. The KSQM-FM Station is located at 609 West Washington Street. It is found in the SE corner of the Mall.

To access the talk by Zoom, or for more information, call or email the Genealogical Society for the Zoom codes: Phone: 360-417-5000, or before Sept 17th, email: [email protected].

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403 E. 8th Street
Port Angeles, WA
98362

Opening Hours

Tuesday 10am - 4pm
Wednesday 10am - 4pm
Thursday 10am - 4pm
Friday 10am - 4pm
Saturday 12pm - 4pm

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