Eagle Idaho Family History Center

The Eagle Idaho Family History Center is staffed by Eagle Stake, Meridian North Stake and Star Stake. We invite everyone to come and visit our center. We look forward to helping you search your family history.

Center Contacts and Hours
Location Map:


 * Location Map

Address:


 * 2090 N Eagle Road Eagle Idaho 83616 United States
 * Park on the southwest side of building.
 * Use the southwest door labeled Family History Center.


 * Language:English

Phone:


 * 1-208-319-1159

E-mail:


 * ID_Eagle@ldsmail.net

Open Hours:


 * Monday:9:00am-4:00pm
 * Tuesday:9:00am-4:00pm and 6:30pm-9:30pm
 * Wednesday:9:00am-4:00pm and 6:30pm-9:30pm
 * Thursday:9:00am-4:00pm and 6:30pm-9:30pm

Holiday Schedule:

Presidents Day in February: The last week of March: Memorial Day in May; July 2nd-8th: July 24th: The week of Thanksgiving: The last two weeks of December over Christmas until after New Years Day.

Calendar and Events
At anytime you may bring your questions and come to the center, we are ready to help you individually.

December Classes

Dec.1, 1:00 pm Find and Add Sources

Dec. 2, 1:00 pm Learn to Index

Dec. 2, 7:00 pm FamilySearch One on One

Dec.3, 10:00 am All About "Find My Past"

Dec. 3, 1:00 pm Add Photos, Stories, Documents, Audio

Dec. 4, 10:00 pm Clean Up Your Family Tree

Dec. 4, 1:00 pm One on One Help

Dec. 4, 7:00 pm Scanning Photos and Documents

Dec. 8, 1:00 pm Add Photos and Stories to Family Tree

Dec. 9, 1:00 pm IPad and Family History

Dec. 9, 7:00 pm FamilySearch One on One

Dec. 10, 10:00 am Researching England and Wales

Dec. 10, 1:00 pm All About "Find My Past"

Dec. 11, 10:00 am Ancestry.com

Dec. 11, 1:00 pm One on One Help

Dec. 15, 1:00 pm Navigating Family Tree

Dec. 16, 10:00 am Adding Photos and Stories to FamilyTree

Dec. 16, 1:00 pm FamilySearch One on One

Dec. 17, 10:00 am Roots Magic

Dec. 17, 1:00 pm Researching Your Family in England

Dec. 18, 10:00 am Learn How to Index

Dec. 18, 1:00 pm One on One Help

Dec. 18, 7:00 pm Scanning Photos &amp; Documents

'''Closed December 11th, after 4:00 pm. Closed December 22-January 4th for Christmas Break.'''

Eagle Idaho Family History Discovery Day February 28th, 2015. Watch for more information coming.
'''Eagle Idaho Family History Day was February 8th, 2014. '''In conjunction with Roots Tech. Over 30 classes to choose from with many classes brought in from Roots Tech.

Handouts for classes: 

Personal History Without Pen and Paper  https://db.tt/LkDyK7cj

Computer Essentials for Effective Genealogy https://db.tt/10QXrF1y

FS Family Tree-Photos, Stories and Documents  https://db.tt/blInAifK

FS Family Tree-My Source Box  https://db.tt/Ts2n9ol3

Getting the Most out of Family Search Research Tools  https://db.tt/o4m9lnkR

Research is a Process Not a Website  https://db.tt/XuMSdT9h

2014 Roots Tech Handouts https://db.tt/PTIpSThE

Groups
Groups--We often have groups scheduled to use the computers Wed at 7 PM. We encourage you to call before you come those nights to be sure a computer is available for your use.

Personal Training
All classes can be taught one-on-one. Call 208-319-1159 to set up an appointment.

Collections

 * FamilySearch Catalog: The center has the ability to receive films and fiche available through the FamilySearch Catalog. You place your order online and then come to center to view. You will receive an email when your order arrives. The center has many microfilm and microfiche available in the center.
 * Magazines: American Ancestors, FamilyTree, and Internet Genealogy. The center has many reference books, maps and Daughters of Utah Pioneer books.

Databases and Software

 * FHC Portal The center has access to the Family History Center Portal page which gives free access in the center to premium family history software and websites: Ancestry, ArkivDigital online, Fold3.com, WorldVital Records, Heritage Quest Online, FindMyPast, Godfrey Memorial Library, Historic Map Works Library Edition, Legacy Stories, The American Civil War, TheGenealogist, 19th Century British Library Newspaper Digital Archive, Access Newspaper Archives and Paper Trail.
 * Software - Roots Magic, Legacy, Ancestral Quest, Personal Ancestral File, PAF Companion, FamilyInsight, Personal Historian, AniMap and Progeny.

Hardware and Equipment

 * 7 Lenova computers with 23" screens
 * 3 multi function printers
 * 2 scanners (Scan straight to Family Tree)
 * 5 Microfilm readers
 * 1 Microfiche reader
 * 1 Microfilm and microfiche copier

Resources in the Local Area
Idaho State Archives and Research Center; 2205 Old Penitentiary Road, Boise, Idaho;


 * (208) 334-2620; Hours Tues-Sat 10 AM- 4 PM

Western States Marriage Index, 'Idaho State Death Index 1911- 1956 and Eastern Idaho Death Records @ http://abish.byui.edu/specialcollections

Boise Public Library, newspapers and obituary collections @ www.boisepubliclibrary.org

Links
Role Of Family History Consultant -Working With Leaders: Link to Guide: http://broadcast.lds.org/elearning/fhd/Local_Support/Consultant/Expos/2012/Family%20History%20Consultant%20Conference%20Presentations%E2%80%942012.pdf

Volunteer at the Center

We are looking for those who have research skills and/or computer skills. Contact us at the email above.