Nashua New Hampshire Family History Center

Nashua New Hampshire Family History Center '''We serve southern New Hampshire and parts of Massachusetts. Anyone is welcome to visit; we have a wide variety of books, microfilms, and microfiche available for patrons to use.''' EMERGENCY CLOSINGS WILL BE POSTED IN THIS SPACE.

Center Contacts and Hours
Address: 110 Concord St Nashua NH 03064.
 * We are located in the back of the church. There is a parking lot behind the church; park near the left side of the church and enter the doors that do not have steps. The center is right inside the door on the right.


 * Location Map:  Nashua Family History Center

Phone: 1 603-594-8888

E-mail: [mailto:nashuafhc@gmail.com nashuafhc@gmail.com]

Hours of Operation (exceptions noted below in "Upcoming Dates Closed"): 
 * Tuesday: 10:00am - 2:00pm, 6:30 - 9:00pm
 * Wednesday: 10:00am - 2:00pm
 * Thursday: 6:30pm - 9:00pm
 * Saturday: 10:00am - 3:00pm

Returning Non-Patron Ordered Films
Most films will be viewable online at the family history center by 2020. The online records are often much easier to read and manipulate (i.e., enlarge to view better). While many will not be completely indexed by 2020, the online experience will mimic viewing the films on a reader. As a result, we will be returning all non-patron ordered films that are viewable online in the next few months. Please notify us if there is any film that you have not ordered but which is available at the center that you would like us to keep. Thank you.

Computers At the Center
Because some films are restricted and are only viewable at a family history center, we are finding that our computers are booked up quickly now. In order to serve as many patrons wishing to use the center as possible, computers can now be reserved for a maximum of two hours. You may sign up in advance if you wish to reserve a computer on a certain date by calling the center and specifying which date and time you would like to have the computer. You may also reserve a computer for another date if you are already in the center.

Of course, if the center is not busy, you may continue to use a computer beyond your reserved time. Thank you for your understanding.

Genealogy Basics: Census Research
Details: This class will review census records and how they can be used for Family History Research. We will focus on United States research but other countries' censuses will be covered briefly.
 * Open to the Public
 * Date: November 10, 2018, at 11am
 * Repeats TBD
 * Where: Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 110 Concord Street, Nashua, New Hampshire, in the Family History Center
 * Cost: Free

Attendees should have the following: Topics to be covered include: ~
 * No special equipment is required. However, if desired, a FamilySearch or Ancestry.com account can be used during the hands-on portion of this class
 * Attendees may bring their own device to use for the hands-on portion of the class
 * An ancestor to research
 * What types of census records are available
 * What the purpose of the census is and how it was compiled (federal)
 * The various types of schedules and how they can be used for genealogical research (federal)
 * State censuses and how they are useful if you have already found your ancestor on the federal census
 * How to search the census for your ancestor
 * Techniques for how to find an elusive ancestor
 * Substitute databases for the 1890 census

FamilySearch: Person Page - Details Of Your Ancestors
Details: This class will cover all aspects of the "Person" page on FamilySearch. Did you know you can rearrange this page to suit your needs? We'll cover how to do that. We will also cover all the modules including life sketch, vital information, labels, family members, other information, sources, discussions, notes, latest changes, tools, search records, research help, research suggestions, print. Information covered will include how to edit each section, how to change the profile picture, how to print reports, what the research help and research suggestions are and how to use them. Other topics may be covered if there is time.
 * Open to the Public
 * Date: December 8, 2018, at 11am
 * Repeats on: TBD
 * Where: Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 110 Concord Street, Nashua, New Hampshire, in the Family History Center
 * Cost: Free

Feel free to bring your own device to work on after the lecture. Staff will be available after the lecture to help you with your research.

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Genealogy Basics: If I Have FamilySearch, Why Do I Need Any Other Sites?
Details: This class will explore other genealogical websites such as Ancestry, My Heritage, American Ancestors, etc. Using these sites can assist in finding ancestors that are not found on FamilySearch. Class will review best practices for attaching resources found on other sites to your FamilySearch ancestor. Best ways to search other sites will be reviewed as well.
 * Open to the Public
 * Date: TBD
 * Repeats on: TBD
 * Where: Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 110 Concord Street, Nashua, New Hampshire, in the Family History Center
 * Cost: Free

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LDS Temple Ordinances: Finding Ancestors That Need Ordinances and Printing Temple Cards
Details: For church members seeking to learn how to add ordinances to your "Temple" section on Family Search. Class will cover how to add members of your family to your list, how to share ordinances with others, and how to resolve problems preventing ordinance work from being completed.
 * Open to the Public
 * Date: TBD
 * Repeats on: TBD
 * Where: Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 110 Concord Street, Nashua, New Hampshire, in the Family History Center
 * Cost: Free

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FamilySearch: Basics
Details: If you are new to FamilySearch and want to explore the various features this is the workshop for you. Designed for the beginning genealogist, we will cover the basic features of FamilySearch and how to navigate the various pages and what information is found on each. Some basic adding and editing of information will be covered as well.
 * Open to the Public
 * Date: TBD
 * Repeats on: TBD
 * Where: Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 110 Concord Street, Nashua, New Hampshire, in the Family History Center
 * Cost: Free

Feel free to bring your own device to work on since computer resources are limited.

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Genealogy Basics: Basic Internet Research
Details: This workshop will review basic internet searches for genealogical purposes including online trees, region searches, general genealogical informational searches, using social media for genealogical collaboration, finding information in genealogical online encyclopedias (wikis), available genealogical research websites and how to conduct successful online searches for information.
 * Open to the Public
 * Date: TBD
 * Repeats on TBD
 * Where: Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 110 Concord Street, Nashua, New Hampshire, in the Family History Center
 * Cost: Free

Feel free to bring your own device and stay after the class to try out your new skills!

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FamilySearch: Using the Gallery on FamilySearch
Details: This class will review the gallery on FamilySearch and how to use its various features.
 * Open to the Public
 * Date: TBD
 * Repeats on TBD
 * Where: Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 110 Concord Street, Nashua, New Hampshire, in the Family History Center
 * Cost: Free

Attendees should have the following: Topics to be covered include:
 * A FamilySearch account with some family data already entered
 * Digital media to add to their account including photos, documents, audio files, or video files. Files should be smaller than 15MB
 * May bring your own device for this class
 * Various ways to access the gallery
 * Uploading photos, documents, audio and video
 * Tagging and identifying uploaded media
 * Organizing your gallery into albums
 * Personalizing your family tree with the photos/documents uploaded to make your tree more personal

Collections

 * FamilySearch Catalog:  We will continue to have films/fiches at the center. Please search the catalog online.  If you find a film you wish to view, check the film cabinets or index at the front desk to determine if we have the film.
 * Patrons' Microfiche Collection -- a collection of fiche ordered by our patrons, assorted titles. Contain family histories, vital records on United States, including individual states, Ireland, United Kingdom including Scotland and Wales, Italy, and various other countries.
 * Indefinite Film Collection -- a collection of films on United States, including individual states, Ireland, United Kingdom including Scotland and Wales, Italy, and various other countries
 * Book Collection -- We have a wide variety of books on various genealogical topics including New England research, international research, general research aids, gazetteers, maps, city directories, etc.

Databases and Software

 * FHC Portal This center has access to the Family History Center Portal page which gives free access to premium subscription family history websites and databases that generally charge for subscriptions. They are free for our patrons.  Please ask any of our staff for access to these portals and tools.

Hardware and Equipment

 * 4 computers for patron use
 * 1 Microfilm reader
 * 1 High-magnification microfilm reader
 * 1 combination microfilm/microfiche reader
 * 1 Microfiche reader
 * 1 printer/scanner
 * 1 flatbed scanner
 * 1 Digital camera, card reader, and monopod

Nashua

 * Nashua Historical Society
 * Nashua Public Library Hunt Room at the Nashua Public Library - has an extensive collection of local genealogical resources.

New Hampshire research

 * Hillsborough County, New Hampshire


 * Nashua Family History Center Facebook page


 * New Hampshire Online Records


 * New Hampshire Directories


 * New Hampshire Search Strategies

General research

 * Genealogy Gophers - a website with over 40,000 searchable genealogy books


 * Tree Connect - easily adds online records to your FamilySearch or Ancestry account. Download the button onto your toolbar to use.  This tool is on all family history center computers.


 * Spelling Substitution Tables for the United States and Canada - a list of common spelling errors indexers make. Useful for trying to figure out alternate spellings of names and places.

Genealogy Research Communities on Facebook
These Facebook community pages are dedicated to certain areas of the world and are a great place to post questions, comments, share resources, etc., with other people searching for information in the same area you are researching.


 * Southern Europe and Mediterranean area for Cyprus, France, Greece, Italy, Malta, Monaco, Portugal, San Marino, Spain, Vatican City
 * Eastern Europe for Albania, Belarus, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Kosovo, Latvia, Lithuania, Macedonia, Moldova, Montenegro, Romania, Russia, Ukraine
 * British Isles for Channel Islands, England, Ireland, Isles of Man, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales
 * Scandinavia for Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway, Sweden
 * Central Europe for Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, Germany, Hungary, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, The Netherlands, Poland, Slovakia, Slovenia, Switzerland
 * Southeastern United States for Alabama, Arkansas, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Mississippi, North Carolina, Oklahoma, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, Washington D.C., West Virginia
 * Midwestern United States for Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, South Dakota,& Wisconsin
 * Northeastern United States for Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont
 * Western United States and Alaska for Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, Hawaii, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, New Mexico, Oregon, Utah, Washington, Wyoming
 * Pacific Rim for Australia, China, Hong Kong, India, Japan, Korea, New Zealand, Pacific Islands, South Africa, Taiwan, Thailand
 * Acerra, Italy, Research Group for research specifically in Acerra, Italy.

Volunteer at the Center
We are always happy to have volunteers. A love of genealogy is the primary qualification. You must be comfortable with computers and be available at least twice a month during our regularly scheduled hours of operation. Please contact the Family History Center directors if you are interested in helping to staff the center. They can be reached via email at [mailto:nashuafhc@gmail.com nashuafhc@gmail.com]

Next training meetings for staff:
None scheduled at this time.