Toowoomba Australia Family History Centre

The Toowoomba Queensland Family History Centre is dedicated to providing education and support for the family history community in the Toowoomba Queensland area. The Family History Centre is open to the public, who are invited to use the resources free of charge. Trained volunteers are available during Centre hours and by appointment to assist patrons.

Centre Contact and Hours
Location Map: Location of Toowoomba Queensland Family History Centre on Map Corner of Hume and Cranley Streets. Entrance to the building via the car park.

Address:


 * 276 Hume Street Toowoomba Queesland 4350

Phone: +61 07-4635-5895 (currently disconnected)

**Please email to arrange a booking or visit the local centre web address to view contacts, operating hours etc. 

Email:  au_toowoomba@ldsmail.net

Open Hours:


 * Tuesday: 9:00am until 12:00noon and 6:00pm until 8:00pm


 * Wednesday: 9:00am until 12:00noon and 6:00pm until 8:00pm


 * 1st and 3rd Saturday's of each month 9:00am until 12:00noon

Holiday Schedule: The centre is closed during Queensland School Holidays and public holidays.

If you would like to use a computer during your visit it is best to book ahead and let us know if you would like any specific assistance.

We recommend you bring your data on a memory stick and use one of the following Family History database software programs: 


 * Ancestral Quest


 * Roots Magic

Family Tree

 * Family Tree

Family Tree Training

 * Family Tree Training

Introduction to FamilySearch Tree:

 * Introduction to Family Tree

Online Forms

 * Pedigree Chart
 * Family Group Record Chart

Online Training Courses

 * How to Start Your Family History - 6 Basic Steps

Online Research Training Videos

 * Learning Center Home Page and Index of all Research Training Videos

Online Training Videos

 * 5 Minute Genealogy Videos Series . This video series is all about helping you quickly discover your family history. Each episode will guide you through basic research principles that will help you have success finding your ancestors.
 * Getting help at a Family History Center
 * 5 Minute Genealogy Videos Series

Collections

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

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.
 * 19th Centry British Library Newspaper Digital Archive
 * Access Newspaper Archive
 * Alexander Street Press - The American Civil War
 * Ancestry.com
 * ArkivDigital Online - Swedish Genealogy
 * Findmypast
 * Fold3.com (previously known as Footnote.com)
 * The Genealogist
 * Godfrey Memorial Library
 * Hertiage Quest Online
 * Historic Map Works Library Edition
 * Paper Trail
 * World Vital Records

Hardware and Equipment

 * Computers
 * Microfilm/Microfiche Readers
 * Printers

Centre Services
Provide 1-on-1 family history training, assistance and support

Offer Family History classes

Provide other family history resources and materials

Staff Research Specialties
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Toowoomba Family History Portal:
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Volunteer at the Centre
Would you like to learn more about Family History? Those who serve always learn the most!