Humble House Research Library
The Sno-Isle Genealogical Society research library is located in the refurbished Humble House at 19827 Poplar Way, Lynnwood, WA 98036, on the grounds of Heritage Park in Lynnwood, Washington.
Whether you are just getting started or well on your way, volunteers are available to help with in-person research at the Humble House Library. We are open from 11am-3pm on Thursdays, Saturdays, and also the second Tuesday of the month featuring the Genealogy Lab, an in-person work group. Brick wall sessions are generally offered one Saturday a month.
Humble House Collection
The Humble House houses several collections of books, newspapers, obituary and anniversary clippings, and more. Two collections feature books about Washington State its counties, with more books from almost every state in our nation, Canada and Europe. Obituary clippings from south Snohomish County newspapers have been collected from 1986 to 2016. There are maps, year books from local high schools, a collection of books about Native Americans, original Edmonds Tribune newspapers, several biographies, quarterlies from other local genealogical societies and more! Be sure to check our catalog to see just how much is available to see.
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Need more time with a book in the Humble House? Members of the Sno-Isle Genealogical Society may check-out books!
Is one of your direct ancestors a pioneer in Washington State? SIGS volunteers can help you complete paperwork for a Washington State Pioneer Certificate! Many resources are available for purchase at the Humble House, including large 7, 12 and 15 generation Pedigree charts, and other forms or worksheet, surname indexes, and even a coloring book! Be sure to ask one of our volunteers if you are interested in
Technology
The Humble House has several computers attached to the Internet to help with your genealogy research. There is also a printer, a flatbed scanner and a CZUR book scanner that our volunteers can help you with.
Projects
SIGS volunteers have completed several projects to enhance your genealogy research, including indexes of some of collections in the Humble House.
Would you like to volunteer? Almost anyone can index a collection. If you are tech-savvy, perhaps you can help with scanning photos? Let us know your strengths so we can find a way for you to help!
History of Humble House
The Humble House is the only original building built on the site that has become Heritage Park. The Humble family bought the property in 1934 and remodeled the house, enlarging it from a two-room home to a two-bedroom home with a living room, dining room, kitchen and basement. When you visit, be sure to check out the beautiful Snohomish County quilt pieced together by SIGS member Margaret Summit and "Grandma's Wall" featuring vintage studio portraits of some SIGS members' ancestors.
The Humble House has a fascinating history. You can learn more about the early days of the house by looking at the Lynnwood Today article “Looking Back” and reading about the historical marker. The full story is available at the museum on the second floor of the nearby Wickers Building. Learn more about the history of Heritage Park from the Lynnwood Alderwood Manor Heritage Association.