St Paul Minnesota Family History Center

Location Map:

 * Location Map

Address:

 * 100 Silver Lake Road New Brighton, MN 55112
 * Use the north parking lot and the north entrance to the building and find the Center on the left of the hallway.


 * Language:English

Phone:

 * 1-651-636-9058

E-mail:

 * [mailto:MN_StPaul@ldsmail.net MN_StPaul@ldsmail.net]

Open Hours:

 * Sunday: CLOSED
 * Monday:11:00am-2:00pm
 * Tuesday: 6:00pm-9:00pm
 * Wednesday: 6:00pm-9:00pm
 * Thursday: 12:00pm-3:00pm
 * Saturday: 9:00am-3:00pm

2017 Holiday/Closed Schedule:

 * January 28, 2017
 * Sat. Closing at 12 Noon
 * March 27, 2017
 * Mon. Carpet Cleaning
 * April 1, 2017
 * Sat. General Conference
 * May 27 & 29, 2017
 * Sat. & Mon. Memorial Day Weekend
 * June 19, 2017
 * Mon. Carpet Cleaning
 * July 1-4, 2017
 * Sat. - Tue. Independence Day Weekend
 * September 2-4, 2017
 * Sat. - Mon. Labor Day Weekend
 * September 25, 2017
 * Mon. Carpet Cleaning
 * September 30, 2017
 * Sat. General Conference
 * November 22-25, 2017
 * Wed. - Sat. Thanksgiving Weekend
 * December 18-30, 2017
 * Sat. - Sat. Christmas Break
 * January 1, 2018
 * Mon. New Years Day

Staff Training Meetings
In February 2014;

on 2/8    Tips for "the Family History Guide"

Live Presenter: Don Quass @ 7:00 pm

In March 2017;

on 3/8   Tips for Using FamilySearch Family Tree

Live Presenter: Don Quass @ 7:00 pm

In

For online training classes from Family History Library in Salt Lake City, click Family History Library Classes and Webinars

Collections

 * FamilySearch Catalog:  This center has the ability to order any of the films and fiche available through the FamilySearch Catalog.


 * Patrons' Microfiche Collection -- a collection of fiche ordered by our patrons, assorted titles. Contain family histories, vital records, and other types of information.


 * Indefinite Film Collection -- a collection of films on a variety of subjects, to include vital records, county records, court records, etc.


 * Book Collection: --


 * We also have on permanent loan some of the microfilms in the FamilySearch Catalog, which are shown in the spreadsheet below. Use the FamilySearch Catalog to search for the Film Number provided below to find more details about a specific film:

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

 * We have 10 computer connected to the internet (WiFi is available) and 3 microfilm readers.
 * We also have 1 printer - scanner

Staff Research Specialties
(Include sections for any other services your center provides. Add additional sections for those services. See the Bountiful and Chattanooga FHC pages for examples.)

Resources in the Local Area
The Minnesota Historical Society has a facility near the capital on Kellog Street where visitors can access MN death records and newspapers.

Links
Online Resources:


 * Minnesota Historical Society will provide online access to MN birth and death records.
 * Minnesota Official Marriage System will provide online access to MN marriage certificates.
 * Polish Genealogical Society of Minnesota will provide online access to Polish databases and records specific to Minnesota residents and their ancestors.

Nearby Family History Centers:

Minneapolis Minnesota FHC Oakdale Minnesota FHC Lakeville Minnesota FHC

Other Wiki Links:

Minnesota Genealogical Society Wiki Minnesota State Wiki Ramsey County Wiki St Paul City Wiki

Volunteer at the Center
''We are looking for individuals who could help us keep the Center open on Saturday afternoon. Ability to use a computer and willingness to become familiar with the FamilySearch website and resources are key. Contact the FHC director at the telephone or e-mail listed above for more information.''