Pikes Peak Genealogical Society
Welcome to the Pikes Peak Genealogical Society in Colorado Springs, El Paso County, Colorado. Our mission is to preserve family history by indexing records; support research with free classes, lectures, special interest groups, one-on-one help; and contribute to public genealogy causes. We focus on El Paso and Teller Counties, but we support genealogical research everywhere. 
 
PPLD Regional History & Genealogy at Penrose Library: 20 N. Cascade, Colorado Springs, Tuesday - Friday, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Saturday 10 a.m. - 12:30 p.m., 1:30 - 5 p.m.; appointments not required. Great U.S. genealogy collection.
Key local resources:
Pikes Peak NewsFinder: index to newspapers and other local records. NOTE: PPNF is being moved to the new PPLD platform; not everything has been moved yet, but some of the newspaper index and Colorado Springs death register items are there. 
 

Wednesday, July 9
 
GEDmatch.com: Taking Your DNA Results to the Next Level
 
 
by Patti Williams
7 p.m., via Zoom
 
DNA data has much to offer, but you must take additional steps to make it happen. One way is to upload your raw DNA data to GEDmatch.com. GEDmatch is a website that lets users share their DNA information with other testers, explore genetic genealogy, perform DNA match comparisons. GEDmatch power-user Patti Williams will present:
  • How to download your raw DNA results and begin using GEDmatch.com
  • GEDmatch benefits
  • Free tools on the GEDmatch site
  • Overview of Tier 1 tools
  • And more!
Patti Williams began her genealogy journey in 2013, inspired by her son's interest in Civil War ancestors and the encouragement of her 90-year-old grandmother. Since then, she has become a passionate researcher and speaker, managing over 60 family DNA kits and developing programs on topics ranging from beginner genealogy to advanced DNA analysis. A former board member of the Dallas Genealogical Society, she now dedicates her time to educating and inspiring others through workshops, seminars, and society events across Texas and beyond.

Members: Zoom links and handouts will be emailed to you before the meeting. If you still need the monthly meeting link, log in with your user name and password, then click on "Monthly Meeting Zoom Link," the second button under Member Log In. 
 
Guests are welcome to attend the meeting via Zoom. Please request an invitation from the PPGS President. Please note that only members receive meeting handouts. If you are interested in joining PPGS go to PPGS Join / Renew.
 
Wednesday, July 9
 
6:30 p.m., Mountain Time, Zoom hangout begins
 
7 p.m., Mountain Time, Meeting begins via Zoom
 
The Pikes Peak Genealogical Society meets on the second Wednesday of each month via Zoom. Guests are welcome.
 
 


June 19
Juneteenth Celebration
Sponsored by the African American Historical and Genealogical Society of Colorado Springs, this celebration features fun for all:   Freedom march at noon Food trucks Performances Kids' activities Booths, including one by PPGS Tours of the onsite AAHGSCS museum
June 22
Genealogical Research Institute of Pittsburgh (GRIP) - 2025 Virtual
  Registration for GRIP 2025 will begin in ~February 2025. More detailed information will be coming soon.   GRIP will be providing nine courses virtually for 2025. Course titles and instructors can be seen at GRIP Genealogy Institute. Courses are:   AI & Genealogy: Innovations in Family History by Stephen J Little ...
July 13
Genealogical Research Institute of Pittsburgh (GRIP) - 2025 In-person
Registration for GRIP 2025 will begin in ~February 2025. More detailed information will be coming soon. This move to the University of Pittsburgh will provide easier access and research opportunities and easier access to amenities.   GRIP will be providing eight courses in-person for 2025. Course titles and instructors can ...
July 27
Institute of Genealogical and Historical Research (IGHR) - 2024 Virtual
  IGHR week-long classes are being offered virtually in July 2025.   Registration: Opens 1 March 2025   Class information and other information can be found at: IGHR 2025 Virtual Institute. Courses include:   Methods and Sources    Intermediate Genealogy and Historical Studies    Japanese Genealogy: From Japan to the Americas   Unearthing ...