Archival Collections

The Midwest Genealogy Center has an archival collection with a focus on Jackson, Clay, and Platte counties in Missouri.  The archives consist of unique collections such as original family research, military records, land records, photographs, and more.  Some of the collections within the archives include the Gann Historical Society & Library, Inc. collection, the V.G. Johnson collection, and the Global and Multicultural Education (G.A.M.E.) collection.

MGC archives accept materials from Jackson, Clay, and Platte counties at the discretion of the archivist.  Potential donors are requested to make an appointment with the archivist to discuss possible donation to the archives. You may call 816.252.7228 to set up an appointment with the archivist.

Finding Aids and Indexes

Finding aids provide further information for each of MGC’s archival collections.  Each will include the following elements:

• Collection Summary
• Collection Inventory
• Rights and Access to each archival collection

Name and folder indexes are available for some of MGC’s archival collections.  Name indexes display first, maiden, middle, and last names as well as any notes that may help identify individuals. Folder indexes display the folder title and additional information.

MGC Archival Collections