Welcome to MCIGS

Thank you for visiting McHenry County Illinois Genealogical Society!

Become a MCIGS member today!

See the benefits of membership and join our club today.

January Meeting

Zoom meeting ... "Big Projects" with Rhonda Lauritzen. Big projects need an organizational structure and systems to stay on track and avoid becoming overwhelmed.

January Newsletter

Newsletter now available for download!!

January 2026 Newsletter

MCIGS Interest Groups

MCIGS members can now join interest groups on the new website.

Welcome to McHenry County Illinois Genealogical Society

Welcome to McHenry County Illinois Genealogical Society (MCIGS)! We are a nonprofit community of family history researchers with members all across the world. Our mission is to spark interest in genealogy, share up-to-date research methods, and preserve McHenry County’s rich historical records for generations to come. Whether you’re just beginning your family tree or have years of experience, we invite you to explore our resources, attend our programs, and join us in keeping history alive.