Research

FHGC staff and volunteers will provide genealogical research services for visiting patrons as well as individuals living at a distance.  Click here for a copy of our Translation & Research Guidelines (på dansk klik her).

Research Fees:  

• $30 per hour for members of The Danish Immigrant Museum.
  
• $40 per hour for non-members.
  
• A postage/handling fee will be added to all requests, in addition to document and photocopying charges.

Note:  Research requests received prior to January 1, 2010 will be invoiced at our former fee scale.

To Request Research:

• Fill out the Research Request Form (på dansk klik her). Enclose the completed form with any supporting information that may be useful.
• Include a check or money order for a minimum of 2-hours' work, payable to "The Danish Immigrant Museum."  Danish residents:  follow instructions on form for money transfers.
• We will acknowledge research requests and payment upon receipt.  Due to the large number of requests we receive and our policy of taking them in date order, please expect a minimum of 8 weeks before a report will be returned to you.

Email or Mail To:
Research Requests
The Danish Immigrant Museum
Family History & Genealogy Center
PO Box 249
Elk Horn IA 51531-0249