This segment will discuss state and territorial census records of the Midwest.

In this section we will talk about the census records found in the Mountain West.

This segment will talk about the census records for the Mid-Atlantic region.

This segment will cover the different census records that you will find in the Great Plains region.

The early United States census records can be intimidating. Learn how to use the census worksheet forms and the census headings form to extract the information from these early census records. The forms help you analyze and compare the information providing the best success for locating the correct household.

The Great Plains region includes the states of Kansas, Nebraska, North Dakota, Oklahoma and South Dakota. This class is an introduction to Great Plains research and includes a brief history and background of the region. Key records are discussed which include church, census, land, and military records. An overview of each state highlights records and helpful archives and websites unique to the state.

Introduction to United States Baptist church records, inlcuding historical background, record types, and key collections.

Introduction to United States Quaker church records, including historical background, record types, and key collections.

Explore successful search tips and learn the difference between United States and the Canadian census. Also, identify where the records and indexes are located.*The website demonstrated at 35:15 has changed in design. The functionality of the website is still the same.*

Introduction to United States Church Records including general background information, key record types, and identifying the church attended.