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Welcome to the Poweshiek County Historical & Genealogical Society website. We have developed this site to let you know more about our society and what services we provide. If you need more information, please contact us by phone, mail, or e-mail.
The Poweshiek County Historical & Genealogical Society was organized in 1978. It is dedicated to the preservation and dissemination of historical information about Poweshiek County and its citizens. A museum and library located in Montezuma, the county seat. Volunteers may be available to assist in research. Currently about 220 members belong to the society.
Location: (Old Carnegie Library Bldg)
200 S 3rd St
P.O. Box 280
Montezuma, IA 50171
Phone: (641) 623-3322E-mail: for more information
Membership: July through June, $10
Publications: "The Searcher" a quarterly newsletter, is included in your membership. Visit our Publications page to find out more about other available publications.Hours: Monday, Thursday, and Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., and by appointment (Note: hours may vary during winter months, please call for details.)
Meetings: first Thursday of the month. Board at 1:00, General at 2:00 pm. No meeting in Dec, Jan or Feb.
Query Information: Modest research fees are charged, plus expenses for copying, postage, etc.
Information found within this website was taken from publications of the Poweshiek County Historical and Genealogical Society.
