Love Data: Mapping the Past with QGIS

This workshop was recorded via Zoom on Tuesday, February 11, 2025.

Discover the power of open-source QGIS in this 75 minutes workshop focused on georeferencing historical maps. Learn how to align historical maps with modern geographic data to unlock spatial insights from the past. The session will also introduce basic data creation techniques, empowering you to overlay, analyze, and interpret historical and current datasets. Perfect for beginners and anyone interested in exploring history through the lens of GIS!

To follow along with the workshop, please ensure you install the free, open-source software QGIS on your computer prior to the workshop. You can download it here. Be sure to select the "Long Term Release" version rather than the latest release.