Genealogy to Inspire Researchers
We do genealogy for many reasons. First is our curiosity about our ancestors – who were they, what were they like, what experiences did they live through. Our love of history is another reason we do genealogy. Also, our desire to solve mysteries is a huge part of our passion for genealogy. Finally, we do genealogy because we want our children, grandchildren and future generations to know and recognize the individuals over the centuries whose lives helped make us who we are today. OUR PURPOSE is to to gather people interested in genealogy and family history, with an emphasis on Muskegon County, to promote genealogical research and public access to genealogical records, to compile and publish Muskegon County genealogical data and to contribute genealogical materials and other aid to Hackley Public Library – Local History and Genealogy Department.
NEW BOOK, “Footprints in History” of Muskegon County, Michigan
by the Muskegon County Genealogical Society
Available April 1, 2024, on Amazon.
Book Bundle available only at Torrent House beginning May 1, 2024.
Muskegon County Genealogical Society announces the release of their second, long-awaited book, titled "Footprints in History” of Muskegon County, Michigan, April 1, 2024. Pages of stories seen through the eyes of its residents as told by family members and research compiled by the Society fill this 394-page book including over 400 photos of people and places of times gone by, military histories dating back to the Civil War, African American Pioneers, Slovak and Polish churches, clubs, and businesses and so much more. It is printed in soft or hard cover and is available only on Amazon Link.
Did you happen to miss the first publication, History of Muskegon County, MI, “A Proud Legacy Vol I”, published in 2009? When you purchase the new book at The Torrent House in Downtown Muskegon, you can add on “A Proud Legacy Vol I” for just $10 (while supplies last). Just visit the Torrent House at 315 W. Webster and ask for the Muskegon County Genealogical Society Book Bundle.
Proceeds will benefit the projects of Muskegon County Genealogical Society, a 501(c)(3) organization. For more information, please contact the Society at
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NEW BOOK: “Footprints in History”, by MCGS Publication date: April 1, 2024 8 ½” by 11” Softcover, $40; Hardcover, $50 394 pages |
History of Muskegon County, Michigan “A Proud Legacy Vol I” Publication date: 2009 9” by 13” Hardcover, $20 (or $10 in Book Bundle) 336 pages |
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September Program Saturday, September 21, 2024 @ 10:30 AM "Cemetery Sleuth” Speaker, Cristine Bouwkamp
The Cemetery Super Sleuth presentation will explore how to identify clues that might be able to point a genealogist towards a research source. We will start with some interesting emblems, symbols and move on into harder clues like monument shapes, and even some grave lot locations that might give us some hints. Cristine is a seasoned memorial consultant at Superior Monument & Patten Monument Company. With over two decades of experience in the industry, Cristine has demonstrated exceptional expertise in memorial design, highlighted Achievement of becoming a Certified Memorialist from Monument. Builders of North America. Currently serving as the Director of Marketing and Business Development at Patten Monument Group, Cristine brings a wealth of knowledge and dedication to her role, fostering strong connections within the community and driving innovative solutions in the memorialization field. Cristine currently serves as the Chair for the MBNews, and President Elect of the Women's division of the MBNA. She is an industry writer and speaker, and volunteers as an advisor for cemetery boards. |