In this lecture, titled “From Deeds to Dirt: Case Studies in Analyzing Research With Maps,” attendees explore how to ground genealogical names and dates in a specific time and place. This session examines the diverse ways researchers can use maps to provide ancestors with more life, context, and excitement by answering questions about where they lived, what they saw, and how they traveled. Participants will learn about various online map collections and “tech tricks” for modern tools, such as using Google Maps’ “My Places” feature. Through the lens of mini-case studies, the presentation demonstrates how to use maps to determine possible migration routes, recreate historical neighborhoods from collected research, and even utilize maps as a visual alternative or supplement to a standard research log.