Minneapolis Minnesota Family History Center

Contact Information
Address: 2801 Douglas Dr N, Crystal, MN 55422-2403
 * We are located in the lower level of the The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Park in the lower parking lot and enter through the doors located there.

Location Map:  Location Map

Phone:  1-763-544-2479

E-mail:  MN_Minneapolis@ldsmail.net

Hours and Holiday Schedule
Open Hours:


 * Mondays:  9am - 3pm
 * Tuesdays:  6:30pm - 9:00pm
 * Wednesdays:  10am - 1pm and 6:30pm - 9:00pm
 * Thursdays:  10am - 1pm and 6:30pm - 9:00pm
 * Saturday:  9:30am - 12:30pm

Holiday Schedule 2017: 

Closed all Major Holidays as well as: 


 * April 1st 2017 LDS General Conference
 * May 3rd 2017 (evening only) Special Event
 * June 25th-July 12th 2017
 * September 30th 2017 LDS General Conference
 * 'October 31st 2017'
 * November 19th-26th 2017
 * December 22nd 2017-January 1st 2018 (reopening January 2nd)

Classes
Click to see the schedule of FamilySearch Online Classes

Collections

 * FamilySearch Catalog:  Patrons are able to view images of digitized films available through the FamilySearch Catalog.


 * Microfiche Collection -- a collection of microfiche, assorted titles. Contain family histories, vital records, and other types of information.


 * Microfilm Collection -- a collection of microfilms on a variety of subjects, including vital records, county records, court records, etc.


 * Book Collection: -- Many genealogy related books, maps, gazetteers, and atlases

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. Including the following


 * Access Newspaper Archive
 * Alexander Street Press
 * Ancestry.com
 * ArkivDigital Online
 * Find-My-Past (UK)
 * Fold3 (Previously known as Footnote)
 * The Genealogist
 * Godfrey Memorial Library
 * Heritage Quest Online
 * Historic Map Works Library Edition
 * Paper Trail
 * World Vital Records


 * Genealogy database software

These genealogy programs can be used for free within the center:


 * RootsMagic
 * Legacy
 * Ancestral Quest
 * PAF
 * Family Insight
 * And others

Hardware and Equipment

 * 16 networked computer workstations
 * 1 Paper copier
 * 7 microfilm/2 microfiche readers
 * 2 microfilm/fiche digital scanners
 * 1 flatbed scanner
 * Internet Access
 * Wireless Internet Access for Laptops

Archives and Libraries'

 * Minnesota Historical Society and Archives - Link Is a source for many records from all over the state of Minnesota. They also have a bookstore and several classes offered.
 * Hennepin County Library - Link They have several databases that can be accessed through a library card. The Minneapolis Library also has a large historical collection. All branches have many resources of interest to researchers.

Genealogy Societies

 * Minnesota Genealogical Society - Link A society that specializes in Minnesota research. They also have their own library of research materials. They offer conferences, meetings and many classes throughout the year.
 * Germanic Genealogy Society - Link A society that specializes in Germanic research. They offer conferences, meetings, and many classes throughout the year. They also house their library at Concordia Library in St. Paul, MN.

Volunteer at the Center
'''Just want to learn more about Family History? - Those who serve always learn the most! Experienced family historians - We need your knowledge and skills. INTERESTED: Contact our Stake Temple and Family History Consultant - Center, Alan Stoddard or Audra Stoddard, at the Center (763-544-2479) or by email (mn_minneapolis@ldsmail.net) for an interview.'''