Irish in the Great Lakes with Janelle Asselin (30 May 2026)

Sat, 30 May 2026 18:00:00 GMT

This presentation explores how and why Irish communities took root across the Great Lakes region in the Midwest—from Chicago to Detroit to Cleveland to Milwaukee, and smaller lake-port and inland farm towns—shaped by global events, border crossings through Canada, and shifting political boundaries before and after U.S. statehood. This talk connects immigration waves, settlement patterns, and lived experiences across Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, Wisconsin, and Ontario to help researchers place Irish ancestors in their full historical context.

This event will only be virtual. A Zoom link and a handout will be emailed to all registrants prior to the program.

https://www.wheatonlibrary.org/event/irish-great-lakes-142304

Co-sponsored by the DuPage County Genealogical Society and the Wheaton Public Library.

Unlocking the Treasures Within Midwest Archives and Repositories by Tina Beaird (16 September 2026)

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 00:00:00 GMT

The Midwest is blessed with a series of top-notch repositories, museums and archives. Tina will highlight some of types of materials available and the best places to research your Midwest ancestors including Allen County Public Library, Ohio History Connection, Wisconsin State Historical Society, Newberry Library, Mid-Continent Public Library and the Indiana Historical Society.

DuPage County Genealogical Society upcoming events

Irish in the Great Lakes with Janelle Asselin (30 May 2026)

Unlocking the Treasures Within Midwest Archives and Repositories by Tina Beaird (16 September 2026)