To stimulate interest in the history of Chicago and family history research. To publish genealogical and historical research materials. To provide a forum to exchange research methods and ideas with other members. The Society maintains a small library for the use of its members containing family histories, general reference books, Chicago area research books, family charts, and exchange quarterlies of other genealogical societies. The holdings are published periodically in the Chicago Genealogist, the society's quarterly publication.
Members can request that the librarian bring publications to the meetings.
Unfortunately, neither I, nor the society, can take on personal research, or research questions. However, if you would like, a list of members who are willing to do research for a fee, is available by request. You can contact the President, for a list of paid researchers for the Chicago Genealogical Society. Please provide the President with your name and address. The Membership Form and the Pioneer Certificate page contain PDF files which require Adobe Acrobat to view.