Welcome to the Lewis County Genealogical Society Website!

The Lewis County Genealogical Society meets on the third tuesday of the month, at the Lewis County Museum, 599 NW Front Street, Chehalis, WA 98532, (please use the front entrance). Meetings start at 7:00 pm, and have interesting topics pertaining to genealogical research.

NEW - Members' Pedigree Charts!

The menu to the left shows all sorts of links (within our web pages, and genealogy-related sites we recommend). Below, is a list of Lewis County Genealogical Socitey Members' collection. There is pedigree charts from past newsletters, along with links to personal web sites for any members that would like to include theirs. LCGS Members' Pedigree Charts & Personal Web Sites

NEW - Cemeteries of Lewis County

The Lewis County area cemeteries page has been updated to show the names and AKA (also known as) names, by location. On our newsletter page, we have the past two years of newsletters sorted by subject/topic, and available for viewing/printing in pdf format. A reference index will be helpful to put with your newsletter collection. Lewis County Cemeteries

NEW - Native American Research of the Northwest

Some of the members of Lewis County Genealogical Society have compiled a help list of website research with Native American Tribes. Here's a list of what we have so far (members - please feel free to email more helpful resource websites, as you come across them - they will be added to the page): Native American Research

NEW - Relationship Chart

This handy relationship chart has been printed in our past newsletters. Here's a copy of the excel chart which shows how to find the relationship between common ancestors. Take the guesswork out of 2nd cousins twice removed! Relationship chart

Upcoming Genealogy Meetings

No meetings in July and August - Have a great Summer! Below is a few summer events happening in the Lewis County area:

Pioneer Pie Social

July 13, 2008

The Lewis County Historical Museum will host a "Pioneer Pie Social" at the Historic Claquato Church in conjunction with the celebration of the Church's 150th Birthday Celebration. They are planning a full day of events, starting at 10am, admission is free. Contact the Lewis County Historical Museum for more information.

Murder Mystery Dinner Train

Saturday, July 26, 2008

Saturday, August 30, 2008

Ride the 1916 logging locomotive on a scenic and relaxing journey through the Chehlis River Valley. In the dinning car, enjoy your choice of salmon, chicken cordon blue or prime rib. Dinner trains depart at 5:00pm. Dinner trains cost $41.95 per person and Murder Myster Dinner Trains cost $51.95 per person. Prepaid reservations required. Go to SteamTrainRide.com for more information.

Air Fair

August 2, Chehalis

Happening at the Chehalis-Centralia Airport from 10 am until dusk. Static and flying aircraft displays of vintage, antique, ultra light and warbirds. Enjoy food and children's booths, picnic area, shuttle service, live entertainment, and free admission.

Annual Blueberry Pancake Breakfast

Happy 125th Birthday Chehalis!

August 2, Lewis County Historical Museum, Chehalis

In the morning you can enjoy blueberry pancakes for breakfast. Then around lunchtime, come have a slice of birthday cake! Serving hot dogs, chili dogs and soda from 11:30am - 2:00pm. Live Entertainment. $1.25 for chips, hot dog, soda and a piece of birthday cake.

Morton's 66th Loggers Jubilee

August 7-8-9-10, Morton

Come see "the Granddaddy of all Logging Shows". Working loggers from as far away as Australia demonstrate their skills in this international competition. Full Schedule of events can be found at LoggersJubilee.com

2008 Cascade Country Cookoff &

Washington State Pro Barbecue Championship

August 9-10, Chehalis

This is a huge barbecue event, and will take place at Stan Hedwell Park.

Southwest Washington State Fair

August 12-17

Come to the SW Washington Fair: It's a Sooey-eet Deal! The Southwest Washington Fair remains an old-fashioned country fair complete with cow, horse and poultry judging, 4-H displays, a quilt show, flower judging, and more. Demonstrations of basket weaving, candle and soap making are new this year. Visit their website for more information and schedule of events and activities.

Predators Of The Heart - Live Exotic Animal Show

August 22-24, Yard Bird's Mall in Chehalis

Visit the website for more information: PhoenixExotics.org

Chehalis Garlic Fest & Craft Show

August 22-24, SW Washington Fairgrounds, Chehalis

If you love garlic, charming country crafts, delicious food, and live music, you won't want to miss this! There will be even more to enjoy at the 12th Annual Garlice Fest & Craft Show, now at its new location at the Southwest Washington Fairgrounds. Free parking. Admission $5, Seniors and children under 10, $3. Website: ChehalisGarlicFest.com

Labor Day Flea Market & Fire Association Breakfast

August 29 - Sept 1, Packwood

Just like the Memorial Day Flea Market but bigger! If there is anything you ever thought you would need but couldn't find, come to the Packwood Labor Day Flea Market. The whole town is bursting with vendors selling a wide variety of foods and everything imaginable. For the shopper in your house, the market runs Saturday through Monday starting at 9am daily and continues until approximately 6pm, depending on weather and your stamina. A Saturday and Sunday morning pancake breakfast will be available to the public at the Packwood Fire Hall from 7am to 11am. For further information, contact: DestinationPackwood.com

Research Requests

Research requests may be submitted by mail to:
Lewis County Genealogical Society
Attn: Margie Lloyd
P. O. Box 782
Chehalis, WA 98532
The society accepts donations of $10.00 per hour plus copy fees and postage. Include all pertinent information i.e. Date of Birth, Date of Death, Place of Death, First Name, and Last Name. A SASE would speed up the process. Send a written request to address above.