Topics include an introduction to genealogy and research into records such as census schedules, military service and pension records, and passenger lists. For information about workshops and courses in Washington, DC, researchers should consult the Calendar of Events. Separate genealogy programs are conducted by 13 regional records services facilities. This site provides live database and image access to more than two million Federal land title records for the Eastern Public Land States, issued between 1820 and 1908. This site offers researchers a source of information on the initial transfer of land titles from the Federal government to individuals.
Researchers can request certified copies of land patents either electronically or through the mail.
Additionally, copies of the information contained in the individual land entry files may be ordered from the National Archives. You will need to submit your request on NATF Form 84. Copies of this form may be ordered at the National Archives website. The Library of Congress has one of the world's premier collections of U.S. and foreign genealogical and local historical publications. The Library's genealogy collection began as early as 1815 when Thomas Jefferson's library was purchased.