Who We Are
Formed in 1963, Riley County Genealogical Society (RCGS) is an independent facility focusing on Riley County Kansas and it's surrounding counties.
We are:
- A 501(c)(3) non-profit organization
- Supported by membership dues and donations
- Located in the historic red brick house at 2005 on Claflin Rd, Manhattan, KS
- Open to the public without charge
- Staffed by volunteers
- Member of Kansas Council of Genealogical Societies (KCGS)
- Federation of Genealogical Societies (FGS)
We provide:
- A genealogy research room housing a collection of books, family histories, genealogy periodicals, and RCGS publications. Two computers, a microfilm/fiche reader, and volunteers are available to assist you.
- Workshops, help sessions, and classes on genealogical topics. Watch for details on our website, in the local newspapers and flyers in the library
- Kansas Kin Periodical to RCGS members as part of their membership
OUR MISSION:
- Provide educational and research opportunities for genealogy and family history researchers,
- Maintain a genealogical research library, and
- Collect, preserve and publish genealogical and historical records for Riley County and surrounding area.
BYLAWS
Click here to download our bylaws
Board of Directors 2012
President — Rebecca Rose
Past President — Dorothy Dickerhoof
Vice Pres./Education — Ann Murphy
Corresponding. Secretary — Candace Pannbacker
Record. Secretary — Nancy B. Williams
Treasurer — Richard Phillips
Co-Treasurer — Fred Delano
Library Coordinator — Wann Towers
Pub. Coordinator — Jan Lange
Computer Coordinator — Patty Wadick
Building & Grounds — Joe Ott
FGS Representative — Vicki Holverson
KCGS Representative — Janeice Crosson
Historian — Darlene Hagen
Membership — Ted Hopkins
Pub. Relations — Judy Regehr
Financial Advisory Coordinator — Shirley Delano
