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Here is a brief outline of what you can find on this site:

Queries

Post and view queries concerning family research in Wichita County. A new query system was employed beginning September 1, 1998, and you can link to the new system from here. Also, archived queries can be accessed for those submitted before this date.

Look-ups

On this page, you will find a list of Wichita County specific resources that volunteers have offered to do look-ups in. Also, there is a list of volunteers willing to do general look-ups.

Surnames

See who else may be researching your surname. Don't forget to submit your Wichita County surname and email address to include on this list.

Online Info

This page links you to data available online including lists of original land grantees in Wichita County, Confederate Pension Applications made from Wichita County, Cemetery Lists, and links to information on the North Texas Genealogical Association Website, the Wichita Falls Public Library and much more.

Address Book

Looking for an address to write to in Wichita County? Check here for addresses to county and city clerks, funeral homes, cemeteries, and others that may be able to help you find that crucial piece of information.

Bits & Pieces

These are items of specific and general interest to researchers in Wichita County. Things listed here will be announcements, family reunions, books-for-sale, and other interesting tidbits. Be sure to visit this page often.

Bibliography

Check here for a complete list of books and public records about the people, places, and events of Wichita County.

History

A historical overview of the county and surrounding area that may be helpful in understanding the world in which your ancestors lived.