Census Records Research

Thu, May 30 2024

3:00pm - 4:00pm

Red Bridge Community Room

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Subjects

Genealogy

Age Group

For adults

Presenter

Hopkins, Kayla MGC

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The U.S. Federal Census is a great place to start tracing your ancestors. Learn what census years are available, the information each contains, and how to access them. This is an in-person beginner-level class.

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