Wed., July 15: SSGHS Library Reopens **see new rules**
July 15 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
The WPA, by Kathryn Barrett (details TBA)
August 8 @ 10:00 am - 11:30 am
“Geology is Destiny —across the Chicago Portage; a Story of Glaciers, Voyageurs, and Carp!” by David Dolak (details TBA)
September 12 @ 10:00 am - 11:30 am

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Our Mission

To collect, preserve, and publish genealogical and historical materials and records of southern Cook County and eastern Will county, Illinois.

To encourage the research and study of genealogy and local history.

To develop and maintain a genealogical and historical research library.

Special Thanks

We appreciate the support of our sponsor, the Mainstreet Organization of Realtors

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Member benefits:

Free use of SSGHS Library
11 newsletter issues
Quarterly publication, Where the Trails Cross
Reduced charge for photocopies, Blue Island obituaries and Pullman file copies

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What People Say...

As a long time member, I would like to take this opportunity to thank you and all the other volunteers who make SSGHS so important to those of us who live far away. I live in New Hampshire and although we have been to IL researching, many years ago, we can hardly wait to see your readings of First Lutheran. On our brief visit there, we found dozens of graves of our family members. Please take an extra photo of the tombstone of Christoph and Therese, my husband's g g grandparents, as we lost the one that we took. Once again, thanks to all of you.

Louella, New Hampshire

South Suburban Genealogical & Historical Society

2017-11-01T15:37:28-05:00

Louella, New Hampshire

As a long time member, I would like to take this opportunity to thank you and all the other volunteers who make SSGHS so important to those of us who live far away. I live in New Hampshire and although we have been to IL researching, many years ago, we can hardly wait to see your readings of First Lutheran. On our brief visit there, we found dozens of graves of our family members. Please take an extra photo of the tombstone of Christoph and Therese, my husband's g g grandparents, as we lost the one that we took. Once again, thanks to all of you.

https://ssghs.org/testimonials/louella-new-hampshire/

Thanks for all your service with the SSGHS. This organization is a godsend for the genealogy of the south suburban area and then some. The records they've kept from the trash dump are pure gold. Those not presently into genealogy might consider supporting now, because family members down the road will certainly appreciate.

Carl, Illinois

South Suburban Genealogical & Historical Society

2017-11-01T15:37:50-05:00

Carl, Illinois

Thanks for all your service with the SSGHS. This organization is a godsend for the genealogy of the south suburban area and then some. The records they've kept from the trash dump are pure gold. Those not presently into genealogy might consider supporting now, because family members down the road will certainly appreciate.

https://ssghs.org/testimonials/carl-illinois/

...you have some unexpected surprises. I was more than thrilled to receive a copy of a thank you letter
(WWII Harvey Letters) my father wrote from the south pacific during World War II. He said he was really happy to get the Christmas package from the Harvey committee which included a real American candy bar. I've been wondering what kind it was. I also found a history of the Methodist church on Lexington Ave. which mentioned my great grandparents. I hope to be able to explore your shelves again in the near future. Thanks for being there.

Jan

South Suburban Genealogical & Historical Society

2017-11-01T15:38:24-05:00

Jan

...you have some unexpected surprises. I was more than thrilled to receive a copy of a thank you letter (WWII Harvey Letters) my father wrote from the south pacific during World War II. He said he was really happy to get the Christmas package from the Harvey committee which included a real American candy bar. I've been wondering what kind it was. I also found a history of the Methodist church on Lexington Ave. which mentioned my great grandparents. I hope to be able to explore your shelves again in the near future. Thanks for being there.

https://ssghs.org/testimonials/jan/

Thank you very much for locating the obituary for Jane and her brother. The information was very helpful. I have found "Cook County" a very difficult resource to work with.

Again, many thanks.

Susan, Florida

South Suburban Genealogical & Historical Society

2017-11-01T15:40:19-05:00

Susan, Florida

Thank you very much for locating the obituary for Jane and her brother. The information was very helpful. I have found "Cook County" a very difficult resource to work with. Again, many thanks.

https://ssghs.org/testimonials/susan-florida/

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South Suburban Genealogical & Historical Society

Contact

3000 W. 170th Place Hazel Crest IL 60429-1174

(708) 335-3340

info@ssghs.org

South Suburban Genealogical and Historical Society is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization

Library Hours

Monday: 10AM-4PM
Tuesday: 1PM-5PM
Wednesday: 10AM-4PM
Thursday: Closed
Friday: 10PM-4PM
Sat.: 1st & 2nd of the month: 11:30AM-4PM*
Sunday: Closed

* The library is open only the first 2 Saturdays of each month

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