Riverton FamilySearch Library/Resources



=Available Resources=

The Riverton FamilySearch Library provides many resources for Family History and Genealogical Research. * Scroll down to view and schedule our Resource Scheduling System.

Printing, Photocopying, and USB Policies
The Riverton FamilySearch Library does not charge for prints or copies made at the library. Only single copies of family history related printing will be allowed. Personal or extensive printing should be taken to a commercial copy center. Visitors should bring their own flash drives for scanning photos and documents and converting VHS tapes to digital files. USB drives for use in the Family Story Room must be a minimum of 8 GB and be in their original, unopened package.

Computers and Internet Access
The library has 128 desktop computers in the main library area, with an additional 24 computers in Training Room 1 and 22 in Training Room 2 to accommodate hands-on instruction. All library computers have Internet access. Personal laptops can also be connected to the Internet. Many helpful research resources are available from the desktop of the library computers and include free use of many subscription websites, use of popular data management programs, and direct Internet links to other resources.

Free Subscription Websites
The library provides free use of several family history research websites that normally require a subscription fee for access. Visit the library to see a listing of the available sites.

Books and Other Printed Material
The library has a limited collection of hard copy material. Only basic research volumes are available.

Microfilm Readers and Microfilm Library
The library is equipped with two digital film readers that have the capability to print film and microfiche images or save them to storage media. The library has a very limited collection of films as FamilySearch continues to convert film to digital images.

Class Instruction
Select “Classes and Class Schedules” from the library menu above for details.

Personal Assistance
The library has over 150 missionary and volunteer workers available to assist patrons. They can provide personal help with the many aspects of genealogical research and record keeping.

Research Specialists
The library has a number of research specialists that you can arrange to meet with to assist you in your research. Click here to see the list and contact information.

Printers, Scanners, and Copiers
The library is equipped with printers and copiers that are available to patrons at no charge. Both black and white and color printing and copying are offered. Many printing and copying options are available to assist in document preservation and recording. The library's printers can serve as flat bed scanners in black and white or color up to 11 inch x 17 inch originals.

Resource Scheduling System
 You will need to bring a USB drive, 8 GB or larger, to save copies your of scans and/or converted files.

8mm/Super 8 Film Converter
Click the image to reserve it. We have two (2) Wolverine MovieMaker Pro 8mm & Super 8 Movie Film Converters. They will handle up to 9" reels and produce a MP4 Video file. You will need to bring a USB drive to save your converted video files.

We recommend a 16 GB drive for the MP4 files.

Book Scanner
Click the image to reserve it. One CZUR Aura Book Scanner is available to scan, books, magazines, booklets, pamphlets, etc. An open book allows both pages to be scanned and converted into individual images of the left and right side pages. After scanning, images may be edited, adjusted, and converted to editable text using Optical Character Recognition (OCR) software. Images may also be saved as a multi-page regular PDF file or a searchable PDF file. You will need to bring a USB drive to save your scanned images and files.

Epson Photo Scanner with Large Flatbed Scanner
Click the image to reserve it. We have two high speed, high quality Epson 680FW Photo scanner available for scanning photographs with an attached large format (11" x 17") flatbed scanner for over size photos or large photo albums. You will need to bring a USB drive to save your scanned photo files. Note: Unless you need the large flatbed scanner, please schedule one of the other two Kodak Photo Scanners (below). If they are not available, you may select this one with the large format flatbed scanner.

Epson Epson 680FW Photo Scanner
Click the image to reserve it. We have three Epson 680FW Photo scanners available for scanning photographs with 8.5" x 11" flatbed scanners attached. You will need to bring a USB drive to save your scanned photo files.

35 mm Slide Scanners
Click the image to reserve it. We have three slide scanners for scanning individual 35 mm slides to digital images. You will need to bring a USB drive to save your scanned slide files.

VHS/8mm Video Converters
Click the image to reserve it. We have three Video Tape Conversion stations to convert your video tapes to a digital video file.

The VHS and VHS-C cassettes use our VHS Video players. We have Digital camera that will allow you to convert the following cassettes types: Digital 8, Hi-8, Digital 8 (all 8mm), plus Mini DV video tapes to a digital video file. We do not have the ability to convert Betamax tapes or Micro MV tapes. You may bring your own camera to use with your tapes if you would like. Be sure you have a power source and cables to connect your audio out to RCA jacks and connect your video out to RCA jack or an S-Video connector. You will need to bring a USB drive to save your scanned photo files.

Audio Cassette Converters
Click the image to reserve it. Currently there is only one stations for converting standard audio cassettes to digital MP3 files for uploading to FamilySearch Memories Gallery. You will need to bring a USB drive to save your converted files.

Family Story Room
Click the image to reserve it. The Family Story Room is available to record your family's stories for up to one hour per scheduled session. The facility is designed to accommodate individuals or groups. We have enlarged our facility to accommodate larger groups. Our room now has seating for ten. The space is designed with state-of-the-art audio and video technology. The comfortable furnishings and sound-proofed interior provide a quiet, secluded area, ideal for recording personal histories and interviews. Our qualified staff will provide all technical support for your recording session.

Maintained by: Elder Tom Stubben 

Last modified: 08/25/21