This tutorial is an introduction to downloading and mapping data from OpenStreetMap using QGIS. OpenStreetMap, or OSM, is a free, editable map of the world created and edited entirely by volunteer contributors known as mappers. QGIS is a free, open-source geographic information system (GIS) application that allows users to view, edit, visualize, and analyze geographic data. This tutorial is intended to guide a complete beginner to OpenStreetMap and GIS software through the process of downloading OSM data and creating a simple, informative map.