A Woman's Place: Researching Women in the Workforce 

Our family trees are filled with hardworking women who shaped their communities through domestic labor, paid employment, and countless other contributions. In this online lecture we will focus on tracing women who were employed in the paid workforce in the United States— including those who worked in textile mills, World War II-era factories, offices, schools, hospitals, and beyond. You will learn about key resources that can help you uncover the occupations of your women ancestors, including employment records, city directories, newspapers, and more. Join us as we shine a light on this often-overlooked aspect of family history and uncover the stories of the working women in your family tree!

This lecture will be recorded for later viewing on our website and YouTube channel.