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Indiana Genealogical Society Inc @indianagensoc.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

Do you have a question about cleaning or preserving a headstone? Share it in the comments, then join us for Hoosier Roots Live on October 6. #HoosierRootsLive #IndianaGenealogy #CemeteryPreservation #CemeteryResearch #FamilyHistory #IndianaAncestors

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Indiana Genealogical Society Inc @indianagensoc.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Kick off the month by recognizing October as Family History Month. Encourage followers to think about one family-history project they would like to make progress on during the month. #FamilyHistoryMonth #IndianaGenealogy #HoosierGenealogy #FamilyHistory #IndianaAncestors #Genealogy

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Indiana Genealogical Society Inc @indianagensoc.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

September is wrapping up—how’s your #IGSBingo2026 card looking? Every square brings you closer to a bingo and our prize drawings. Next up: October’s “Discover the Stories” theme, with records, discoveries, and ancestor spotlights! #IndianaAncestors

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Indiana Genealogical Society Inc @indianagensoc.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Ready to write your Hoosier ancestors’ stories? ✍️ Join the IGS Writers SIG, a supportive group for writers of all levels. Share ideas, get encouragement, and bring Indiana family history to life together. 📧 Email publications@indygenes.org to join. #AncestorStories

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Indiana Genealogical Society Inc @indianagensoc.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

You’ve gathered the records—now turn them into a story! Join the IGS Writers SIG Oct. 13 for a demo of Personal Historian 3 and learn how to organize your research and write your ancestors’ lives step-by-step. #GenealogyWriting #HoosierRoots

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Indiana Genealogical Society Inc @indianagensoc.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Since 1989, IGS has helped preserve Indiana’s family stories. Members enjoy exclusive databases, The Indiana Genealogist, free Special Interest Groups, and a free space on the IGS Bingo card. Join the community! #IndianaGenealogy #FamilyHistory

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Indiana Genealogical Society Inc @indianagensoc.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

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Indiana Genealogical Society Inc @indianagensoc.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Two weeks to go! Join Carissa Thomas on Oct. 6 at 7:30 PM ET for Hoosier Roots Live and learn safe tools and methods for cleaning historic headstones. Protect the stones that preserve our past. #IndianaAncestors #Preservation

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Indiana Genealogical Society Inc @indianagensoc.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Did you know that Indiana’s 92 counties each hold unique land, court, probate, and tax records? Navigating them is essential to unlocking your family's daily life. #IGSBingo2026 #HoosierRoots

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Indiana Genealogical Society Inc @indianagensoc.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

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Indiana Genealogical Society Inc @indianagensoc.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

Turn your research into stories! Join the IGS Writers SIG Oct. 13 for “Personal Historian 3” and learn how to organize your research and write your ancestors’ stories with confidence. To join, email publications@indygenes.org. #GenealogyWriting

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Indiana Genealogical Society Inc @indianagensoc.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

Thinking about cleaning an ancestor’s headstone? Learn how to do it safely! Join Carissa Thomas on Oct. 6 for Hoosier Roots Live and discover proper techniques, recommended products, and what to avoid. #FamilyHistory #Preservation #IndianaGenealogy

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Indiana Genealogical Society Inc @indianagensoc.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

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Indiana Genealogical Society Inc @indianagensoc.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

Happy Labor Day! Today we honor the hardworking Hoosiers who built our towns, farmed our land, and shaped our communities. What occupation did your Indiana ancestors have that you’d love to learn more about? #IGSBingo2026 #HoosierGenealogy

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Indiana Genealogical Society Inc @indianagensoc.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

Happy National Grandparents Day! 💛 Grandparents connect us to the stories, traditions, and memories that help shape who we are. What is one story, saying, recipe, or tradition from a grandparent that you hope your family never forgets? #FamilyHistory #IndianaAncestors #HoosierGenealogy

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Indiana Genealogical Society Inc @indianagensoc.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

Help shape the future of IGS! Nominations are open through Dec. 31, 2026, for Recording Secretary, Treasurer, and West-Central, Central, and East-Central District Directors. Candidates must be IGS members in good standing. #IndianaGenealogy

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Indiana Genealogical Society Inc @indianagensoc.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

September’s #IGSBingo2026 theme is Connect with Indiana! Explore the places, communities & organizations that shaped your ancestors’ lives. Which Indiana county has created your biggest research challenge or brick wall? Share below! #IndianaAncestors

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Indiana Genealogical Society Inc @indianagensoc.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

We want to hear from you! Share your answer to the poll below in the comments, then take a look at what other family-history researchers posted. You may discover a new idea, resource, or research approach from someone else’s experience. #IndianaGenealogy #FamilyHistory #GenealogyCommunity

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Indiana Genealogical Society Inc @indianagensoc.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

Are you planning a cemetery visit soon? You will want to join us Live now at www.youtube.com/live/5MKUtQb...

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Indiana Genealogical Society Inc @indianagensoc.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

🔔 WE GO LIVE IN 1 HOUR! 🔔 Grab a mug & join us at 6:30 PM ET on YouTube! Author Joy Neighbors shares how to decode hidden gravestone symbols & uncover forgotten Hoosier stories. 📺 Set your reminder & watch live: youtube.com/@IndGenSoc #HoosierRootsLive #Genealogy #IndianaHistory

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Indiana Genealogical Society Inc @indianagensoc.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

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Indiana Genealogical Society Inc @indianagensoc.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

Gravestones hold stories—if you know how to listen 🪦✨ Join author Joy Neighbors for "How to Visit a Cemetery" on Hoosier Roots Live TONIGHT at 6:30 PM ET. Discover the art, architecture & symbolism in IN cemeteries! 📺 Watch: youtube.com/@IndGenSoc #IndianaGenealogy #HoosierRoots

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Indiana Genealogical Society Inc @indianagensoc.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

August is almost over! How many IGS Bingo squares did you complete? Did one lead to a new resource, connection, or research clue? There is still time to join before December 31. What was your favorite square? #IGSBingo2026 #IndianaGenealogy

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Indiana Genealogical Society Inc @indianagensoc.bsky.social · 29/08/2026

What do the symbols on an ancestor’s gravestone mean? On Oct. 6 at 6 p.m., Jenny Harness will present a program on tombstone icons at the Marshall County Museum in Plymouth. The public is welcome. #CemeteryResearch

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Indiana Genealogical Society Inc @indianagensoc.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

A living-history cemetery tour is being planned for Vincennes this October—the first of its kind there since 2013. Interpreters will portray notable people buried in a local cemetery. Details will follow as plans are finalized. #IndianaHistory

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Indiana Genealogical Society Inc @indianagensoc.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

IGS Bingo 2026 is open to everyone! Members may use the center free space, while nonmembers can complete lines around it. Explore Indiana resources, connect with researchers, and uncover new clues. Start here: bingobaker.com#6a31de7b53e4a935 #IGSBingo2026

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Indiana Genealogical Society Inc @indianagensoc.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

Revolutionary War veterans later made their homes in Southern Indiana. Programs across Crawford, Harrison, and Lawrence counties are exploring their lives and local connections during America 250. #America250 #IndianaGenealogy

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Indiana Genealogical Society Inc @indianagensoc.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

Free genealogy workshops are coming to the Allen County Public Library on Aug. 19. Learn to research legal records at 1 p.m., then explore genealogy software and ancestor writing at 2:15 p.m. No registration required. #IndianaGenealogy

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Indiana Genealogical Society Inc @indianagensoc.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

Gravestones have stories to tell! 🪦 Join us for Hoosier Roots Live on Sept 1, 2026, at 6:30 PM ET with author Joy Neighbors to explore the hidden art and symbolism in Indiana’s cemeteries.📺 Watch live on YouTube: youtube.com/@IndGenSoc #HoosierRoots #IndianaGenealogy

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Indiana Genealogical Society Inc @indianagensoc.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

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Indiana Genealogical Society Inc @indianagensoc.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

Henry County’s Indiana County Genealogist has helped answer dozens of research questions, connecting families with local records, yearbooks, libraries, historical collections, and county offices. #IndianaGenealogy #HenryCountyIndiana

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Indiana Genealogical Society Inc @indianagensoc.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

Get IGS news, programs, and genealogy resources delivered to your inbox! Subscribe to the public newsletter to complete an IGS Bingo square and stay connected to opportunities for exploring your Hoosier roots. Already subscribed? #IGSBingo2026 #IndianaGenealogy

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Indiana Genealogical Society Inc @indianagensoc.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

Local genealogy centers across East Central Indiana preserve family files, records, photographs, and community knowledge. The Randolph County History Museum alone holds more than 1,000 family files and binders. #IndianaGenealogy #LocalHistory

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Indiana Genealogical Society Inc @indianagensoc.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

How do you spark a younger generation’s interest in family history? Share your best tip in the replies—stories, photos, family recipes, historic places, DNA, or digital tools. Your idea may inspire another family to begin preserving its story. #IndianaGenealogy

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Indiana Genealogical Society Inc @indianagensoc.bsky.social · 23/08/2026

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Indiana Genealogical Society Inc @indianagensoc.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

Interested in German genealogy? 🇩🇪 Join the Indiana Chapter of Palatines to America online Sept. 19 for its 2026 Virtual Fall Meeting with Andrea Bentschneider. Explore hidden clues in German records and join the live Q&A. Register: inpalam.org

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Indiana Genealogical Society Inc @indianagensoc.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

Photo Mystery Roll Call! Share an unidentified family photo in the comments and include any clues you know—date, place, names, clothing, or where it was found. Someone may recognize a face, location, or detail that helps solve the mystery! #PhotoMystery

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Indiana Genealogical Society Inc @indianagensoc.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

Not every ancestor was famous—but every life mattered. Share the name of an “ordinary” ancestor and one thing that made their story meaningful to your family. Then read the replies and celebrate the everyday people who shaped our history. #IndianaGenealogy

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Indiana Genealogical Society Inc @indianagensoc.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

A vanished Ellettsville landmark lives again through research. A new 71-page publication explores the palatial mansion of Laura Davis and Francis E. Worley, preserving the story of a place no longer standing. #IndianaHistory #Ellettsville

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Indiana Genealogical Society Inc @indianagensoc.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

You do not need to complete the whole IGS Bingo card! Finish 4 traditional bingos by December 31 for a chance to win a 2027 IGS Conference registration or one of two 1-year membership extensions. Which prize would you choose? #IGSBingo2026

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Indiana Genealogical Society Inc @indianagensoc.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

Allen County’s free 2026–2027 genealogy program season begins Sept. 9 with Michael John Neill presenting “Using the Full Text Search at FamilySearch.” Attend at the downtown ACPL or join online. #GenealogyEducation #IndianaGenealogy

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Indiana Genealogical Society Inc @indianagensoc.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

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Indiana Genealogical Society Inc @indianagensoc.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

IGS is strengthening its Indiana County Genealogist network in East Central Indiana, with Hancock County represented and prospective volunteers being considered for Randolph, Shelby, and Wayne counties. #IndianaGenealogy #Volunteer

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Indiana Genealogical Society Inc @indianagensoc.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

One Bingo square could inspire your next research idea! Explore the IGS YouTube channel, choose a past program or Hoosier Roots Live episode, and follow the instructions on your card. Which IGS video would you recommend? #IGSBingo2026 #IndianaGenealogy

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Indiana Genealogical Society Inc @indianagensoc.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

Researchers seeking older Lake County tax, commissioner, or other permanent records should contact the appropriate county office before visiting to confirm current access and public-records request procedures. #IndianaGenealogy

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Indiana Genealogical Society Inc @indianagensoc.bsky.social · 15/08/2026

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Indiana Genealogical Society Inc @indianagensoc.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

Gravestones have stories to tell! 🪦 Join us for Hoosier Roots Live on Sept 1, 2026, at 6:30 PM ET with author Joy Neighbors to explore the hidden art and symbolism in Indiana’s cemeteries. 📺 Watch live on YouTube: youtube.com/@IndGenSoc #HoosierRoots #IndianaGenealogy

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Indiana Genealogical Society Inc @indianagensoc.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

New databases are being created for the mayors of Sullivan and the sheriffs of Sullivan County. These tools will help connect names, dates, public service, and local history for future researchers. #IndianaGenealogy #SullivanCounty

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Indiana Genealogical Society Inc @indianagensoc.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

Clark County Odd Fellows records have found permanent homes, and several initiation books have been digitized. These volumes may preserve names, occupations, residences, and family clues found nowhere else. #IndianaGenealogy #Archives

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Indiana Genealogical Society Inc @indianagensoc.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

How is your IGS Bingo card looking? Have you completed a square, started a bingo line, or found a new Indiana resource? Tell us which square you completed first! Join the challenge: bingobaker.com#6a31de7b53e4a935 #IGSBingo2026

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