Genealogy Research

We can help with family research, document translation, or just getting you started. 
To set up an appointment please email genealogy@samac.org or complete this form. 

$30 for each hour
Museum members: $10 for first hour and $30 for each additional hour on the same day
Genealogical Society members: No fee for first hour and $10 for each additional hour on the same day

Genealogy Presentations

10 a.m. Chicago time on the fourth Saturday of most months. 
Click here for more information and to register.

September 2026 Online Session
Norwegian Patronic Names vs Farm Names
Speaker: Dana Kelly

October 2026 Online Session
Unlocking Swedish Family Connections with DISBYT
Speaker: Charlotte Börjesson

November 2026 Online Session
A Well-Documented Case Study: Swedish Immigrant Enoch Matteson
Speaker: Janet Johnson

Mission

“To promote and preserve Scandinavian-American history by encouraging individuals to learn about their own family heritage. We dedicate ourselves to providing the participants with guidance, education, and resources that aid in connecting past and present generations.”