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Sno-Isle Genealogy Society presents: ‘Cracking the Code — Leveraging Genetic Genealogy’ Feb. 4

The Sno-Isle Genealogical Society (SIGS) is pleased to host Craig Gowans for a discussion on using DNA testing to break through "brick walls" in your research. The meeting will...

Traveling for heritage and genealogy topic of Jan. 7 meeting in Lynnwood

The Sno-Isle Genealogical Society (SIGS) will welcome Brooke Yool, owner of I'm Outta Here Travel, to talk about heritage travel Wednesday, Jan. 7, at the Wickers Building, Heritage Park...

Snohomish County Historic Preservation Commission grants open for applications 

The 2026 Snohomish County Historic Preservation Commission Grants Program is open for applications. Snohomish County-based nonprofit cultural organizations, government entities, and agencies that provide heritage services to the public...

Get help with family history research in Lynnwood Dec. 13

Are you struggling with a family history research problem? The Sno-Isle Genealogical Society is offering a free opportunity to bust through those genealogical Brick Walls on Saturday, Dec. 13. Bring...

Start your family history journey at the Humble House open house Dec. 6

Have you been curious about tracing your family's history but are not sure where to begin. Now is the perfect time to explore the world of genealogy. The Sno-Isle...

Sno-Isle Genealogy presents Japanese Gulch – a home from time immemorial Nov. 5

The Sno-Isle Genealogical Society (SIGS) continues its “Our Nation, Our Families: The Tapestry of Us” series in November by welcoming Dr. Alicia Valentino from the Edmonds College Anthropology Department...

Sno-Isle Genealogy welcomes Daughters of the American Revolution to Oct. 1 meeting

The Sno-Isle Genealogical Society (SIGS) continues its "Our Nation, Our Families: The Tapestry of Us" series in October by welcoming members of the local Daughters of the American Revolution...

Edmonds Historical Museum celebrates art history with new exhibit

Friday evening was a special event for the opening of the latest Edmonds Historical Museum exhibit “Art History: How Edmonds Grew from Mill Town to Creative District.” It also...

Explore how your personal story contributes to national heritage during Sept. 10 meeting in Lynnwood

The Sno-Isle Genealogical Society (SIGS) invites the public to uncover the personal stories that shape our shared national heritage at their September meeting. As the United States approaches its...

Purchase your commemorative museum bricks by Sept. 19 for fall installation

Honor, memorialize and appreciate your friends and family members by purchasing a brick in the Edmonds Historical Museum’s Plaza on 5th Avenue near Bell Street. The museum advises you...

Development underway at former Rosewood Manor site

The site of the once-storied Rosewood Manor at 8104 220th St. S.W. in Esperance is now under development, with plans for new single-family homes taking shape. The land has been subdivided, but...

Washington’s historian closes the book on a storied career in a melancholy mood

This article was first published by TVW. John C. Hughes is, at root, a storyteller. As he marks the end of a nearly six-decade career that spanned hot-type newspapering on the...

Struggling with a family history research problem? Get help in Lynnwood June 21

Are you struggling with a family history research problem? The Sno-Isle Genealogical Society is offering a free opportunity to bust through those genealogical Brick Walls on Saturday, June 21....

Seeking information regarding the Langrill family

History writer Byron Wilkes is looking for information regarding the Langrill family, who lost their young children to disease during the late 1890s and early 1900s in Edmonds. Anyone...

History of Snohomish Pioneer Cemetery topic of June 4 Sno-Isle Genealogical Society meeting

The Sno-Isle Genealogical Society at its Wednesday, June 4 meeting will welcome Taylor Russell from SnohomishWalks to discuss the history of the Snohomish Pioneer Cemetery. In 1998, a judge declared...

Get help with your family history research during Lynnwood event May 31

Are you struggling with a family history research problem? The Lynnwood-based Sno-Isle Genealogical Society is offering a free opportunity to bust through those genealogical Brick Walls on Saturday, May...

Opening May 24, Edmonds Historical Museum exhibit focuses on immigrant history

The Edmonds Historical Museum's new exhibit, An Immigrant History of Edmonds, will open this Saturday, May 24, with food, music and art offered during the day. Opening day runs from...

Murder Mystery Night at the Edmonds Historical Museum April 26

Stop by the Edmonds Historical Museum Saturday, April 26 for the unveiling of a new artifact that attracts a high-profile cast of actors. Can you help unravel the mystery...

Get help with family history research April 26 in Lynnwood

Are you struggling with a family history research problem? The Sno-Isle Genealogical Society is offering a free opportunity to bust through those genealogical Brick Walls on Saturday, April 26,...

50 years after fall of Saigon, woman shares her experience as Vietnamese refugee

April 30 will mark the 50th anniversary of the fall of Saigon and the end of the Vietnam War. While American citizens and soldiers began the healing process of...

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