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Genealogy Gallery

Browse MGC's online archives and oral history collection.

Raytown Historical Society Collection

The Raytown Historical Society was incorporated in 1966. Their museum is located at 9705 E. 63rd Street in Raytown, Missouri. The museum has displays and information on the Raytown community, its people, schools, government, and churches. Additionally the research center located inside the museum contains information relating to the history and families of Raytown. The Midwest Genealogy Center has created a digital collection of some of the items located at the Raytown Historical Society and Museum in Raytown, Missouri.

Quick Look

Search indexes for MGC resources and the US Railroad Retirement Board.

Digital Collections

Discover MGC’s digital collections, including plat books, oral history recordings, archival collections, and more.

Material Collections

Learn more about the books, periodicals, microfilm, maps, and more that make up MGC’s material collections.

Archival Collections

Explore original photographs, diaries, ledgers, land records, and more at the MGC Archives.

Tell Me a Story Oral History Collection

Listen to recordings of the memories, stories, and living history of residents in our community.

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