Wisconsin State Genealogical Society

WHS/WSGS Family History Book Award

The Wisconsin Historical Society and the Wisconsin State Genealogical Society invite nominations of published genealogies detailing the history of Wisconsin families for our annual

Genealogy/Family History Book Award. One award will be given each year.

Eligibility Requirements:

The book must have been published in the calendar year preceding the award
The print edition must be at least 50 pages long and be hard, soft, or spiral bound
The narrative must cover more than one generation
The book must show substantial Wisconsin interest or connection

Award Criteria:

Excellence and depth of research and documentation
Quality of writing
Ease of use and attractiveness of presentation - book includes standard elements, and graphic design enhances the quality and appeal of the book
Impact and interest for the general public, genealogists, and/or scholars
Contribution to the field of genealogy and the printed record of Wisconsin history

Due Date: March 10 of each year (postmarked or delivered)

How to Apply:

Nominations must be submitted using the Wisconsin Family History Book Award nomination form. Either (1) one print copy and one digital copy of the book, or (2) three print copies of the book should accompany the form. Note: If a copy of the book is already in the collection of the Wisconsin Historical Society Library, indicate that fact on the nomination form and only send a digital copy or two print copies of the book.
One copy of the book will be retained for the collection of the Wisconsin Historical Society if a copy is not already in its collection. Additional copies can be returned to the nominator if requested.

Send Applications To:

Wisconsin Historical Society

Attention: Rebecca Hopman

816 State Street

Madison, WI 53706-1482

Send digital files to:
rebecca.hopman@wisconsinhistory.org

Contact:

For more information, contact Rebecca Hopman by email at rebecca.hopman@wisconsinhistory.org, by phone at 608-261-9515, or by writing to the address above.. You may also visit https://www.wisconsinhistory.org/Records/Article/CS3614 to review this information.

Awards are initially reviewed by a committee of judges appointed by the two societies, and then approved by the Awards Committee of the Board of Curators. The presentation of the award is normally done at the WSGS Fall Seminar, but will be made at a time and location convenient to the recipient, if necessary. Books published by the Wisconsin Historical Society and the Wisconsin State Genealogical Society are not eligible to receive awards.

Book Award Winners