Genealogy Workshops
These classes for Family Historians are free and open to the public.
Reservations
Enroll Now! Class size is limited.
Reserve a seat by e-mail:
KansasCity.archives@nara.gov
Or by telephone:
816-268-8000
Location:
National Archives, Central Plains Region
2312 E Bannister Road
Kansas City MO 64131
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See also the Nationwide Schedule of Genealogy Workshops and Courses.
At Our Facility
Indian Study Group Workshops
All Indian Study Group lectures presented by Shirley Donaldson, National Archives volunteer.
There are no Indian Study Group workshops scheduled at this time. Please check back again soon or contact the Regional Archives in Kansas City by e-mail at kansascity.archives@nara.gov or by phone at 816-268-8000 for updates.
Throughout the Region
Archival Research Catalog (ARC)
Not sure how to research using ARC? The presentation will cover searching hints and tips as well as give a better understanding of how the holdings at the National Archives are cataloged, described and made available for public use.
There are no Archival Research Catalog workshops scheduled at this time. Please check back again soon or contact the Regional Archives in Kansas City by e-mail at kansascity.archives@nara.gov or by phone at 816-268-8000 for updates.
Basic Genealogy
Overall introduction to genealogy research and records housed at the National Archives. Covers census, military, naturalization, and immigration records. Recommended for beginning researchers.
There are no Basic Genealogy workshops scheduled at this time. Please check back again soon or contact the Regional Archives in Kansas City by e-mail at kansascity.archives@nara.gov or by phone at 816-268-8000 for updates.
Genealogical Resources in the Kansas City Area
Looking for additional research and archival facilities in the Kansas City area? The presentation will cover local libraries, historical societies, archival repositories as well as a brief overview of their collections.
Date: February 4, 2009
Time: 7:00 p.m.
Location: Mid-Continent Public Library, Raytown Branch
RSVP: 816-268-8072
The Internet and the Genealogist
Within the past five years, the availability of information on the Internet has forever changed genealogical research. What does the genealogist need to look for—and watch out for—online?
Date: March 19, 2009
Time: 7:00 p.m.
Location: Mid-Continent Public Library, Claycomo Branch
RSVP: 816-268-8072
Date: April 16, 2009
Time: 7:00 p.m.
Location: Mid-Continent Public Library, Lone Jack Branch
RSVP: 816-268-8072
Just What is the National Archives and What Do they Do There?
The presentation includes an overview of the National Archives Central Plains Region’s holdings including textual records and microfilm. In addition the presentation covers information on the National Archives education program, preservation, as well as volunteer and internship opportunities.
There are no Just What is the National Archives? workshops scheduled at this time. Please check back again soon or contact the Regional Archives in Kansas City by e-mail at kansascity.archives@nara.gov or by phone at 816-268-8000 for updates.
Midnight Madness: Visit the National Archives and Records Administration in Your Jammies
Visit the National Archives and Records Administration from the comfort of your own home at any hour—day or night. NARA staff will help you explore in-depth NARA’s web site with emphasis on helpful information for genealogists. Participants will learn where to find information on the web site and how to get access to military records, naturalization records, and more. Attendees will also learn about the Archival Research Catalog (ARC) and Access to Archival Databases (AAD) and how to search in both. (75 minutes)
There are no Midnight Madness: Visit the National Archives and Records Administration in Your Jammies workshops scheduled at this time. Please check back again soon or contact the Regional Archives in Kansas City by e-mail at kansascity.archives@nara.gov or by phone at 816-268-8000 for updates.
The National Archives and the Reference Librarian
Geared for those who work with patrons in the public library setting this presentation will offer advice on answering some of the most commonly asked questions about census records, military information and immigration records. Additionally an introduction to the National Archives web site will be included.
There are no National Archives and the Reference Librarian workshops scheduled at this time. Please check back again soon or contact the Regional Archives in Kansas City by e-mail at kansascity.archives@nara.gov or by phone at 816-268-8000 for updates.
Naturalization Records: What Are They and How Do I Find Them?
Learn about the types of records created in the naturalization process and the most effective ways to structure your genealogical research.
There are no Naturalization Records: What Are They and How Do I Find Them? workshops scheduled at this time. Please check back again soon or contact the Regional Archives in Kansas City by e-mail at kansascity.archives@nara.gov or by phone at 816-268-8000 for updates.
Preserving Your Genealogical Document & Photos
Learn how to keep your valuable documents and photos safe for the next generation. We will discuss handling techniques, preservation techniques, environmental considerations, conservation services, the special preservation challenges posed by electronic media, and locating inexpensive supplies.
There are no Preserving Your Genealogical Document & Photos workshops scheduled at this time. Please check back again soon or contact the Regional Archives in Kansas City by e-mail at kansascity.archives@nara.gov or by phone at 816-268-8000 for updates.
U.S. Military Records at the National Archives
Looking for information on how to get a copy of an old or modern military record? Just what exactly is a modern military record? Learn to navigate the difference between ordering information from St. Louis and Washington, DC. Also attendees will gain a better understanding of the military indexes available at the National Archives in Kansas City.
Date: February 11, 2009
Time: 2:00 p.m.
Location: Mid-Continent Public Library, Red Bridge Branch
RSVP: 816-268-8072
War & Society
Registered as enemy aliens. Interned as detainees in camps. Discriminated against for gender, race and religion. Many records found in the National Archives represent the good, bad and ugly of war and the culture surrounding wartime activities.
There are no War and Society workshops scheduled at this time. Please check back again soon or contact the Regional Archives in Kansas City by e-mail at kansascity.archives@nara.gov or by phone at 816-268-8000 for updates.
68,937 & Counting: Leavenworth Prison Records
Innocent or guilty? Over 68,000 incarcerated inmates have served time at Leavenworth, these are their stories.
Date: April 6, 2009
Time: 7:00 p.m.
Location: Mid-Continent Public Library, North Independence
Branch
RSVP: 816-268-8072
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