Explore the wealth of information found in U.S. census records from 1790 through 1950 in this interactive genealogy workshop. Using a local or historical figure as a case study, participants will learn how to extract valuable details, develop research questions, and create a plan for further investigation. The workshop concludes with a look at a completed research report, demonstrating how census records can help uncover and piece together an individual's life story.

Seema Kenney is a professional genealogist and experienced software instructor with more than 20 years of family history research experience. She holds a Certificate in Genealogical Research from Boston University and has completed the ProGen Study Program. Her research spans New England and several European countries, including England, Germany, Sweden, and the Netherlands. Seema is an active member of several genealogical societies and serves on the New England Regional Genealogical Consortium (NERGC) planning committee.