Pierre South Dakota Family History Center

Center Contacts and Hours
Location &amp; Map:


 * 506 N. Jefferson, Pierre, South Dakota


 * This is not a mailing address. Due to limited staff, Pierre Family History Center is unable to respond to mail inquiries.

Phone: 801-224-2586 (Call during Family History Center hours)

E-mail: [mailto:sd_pierre@ldsmail.net sd_pierre@ldsmail.net]

Open Hours:


 * Tuesday: By appointment through email


 * Wednesday: 4pm - 7pm
 * Second Saturday: 9am - Noon

Holiday Schedule:


 * Closed July 4th week
 * Closed Thanksgiving week
 * Closed last two weeks in December

Class Schedule:
9:30am second Saturday of the month, except November and December. Go here to see schedule and download handouts.

Staff Training Meetings:
9:10am second Saturday of the month, except November and December.

Databases and Software

 * FHC Portal: This center has access to the Family History Center Portal page which gives free access in the center to premium family history software and websites that generally charge for subscriptions.

Hardware and Equipment

 * The Family History Center has four computers for patron use.
 * There is also a digital microfilm/microfiche reader.

Resources in the Local Area

 * South Dakota State Archives
 * 900 Governors Drive
 * Pierre, SD