Eagle Idaho Family History Center

The Eagle Idaho Family History Center is staffed by Eagle Stake, Meridian North Stake and Star Stake. We invite everyone to come and visit our center. We look forward to helping you search your family history.

Center Contacts and Hours
Location Map:


 * Location Map

Address:


 * 2090 N Eagle Road Eagle Idaho 83616 United States
 * Park on the southwest side of building.
 * Use the southwest door labeled Family History Center.


 * Language:English

Phone:


 * 1-208-319-1159

E-mail:


 * ID_Eagle@ldsmail.net

Open Hours:


 * Monday:9:00am-4:00pm
 * Tuesday:9:00am-4:00pm and 6:30pm-9:30pm
 * Wednesday:9:00am-4:00pm and 6:30pm-9:30pm
 * Thursday:9:00am-4:00pm and 6:30pm-9:30pm

Holiday Schedule:

March 22nd-26th ; July 2nd; November 22nd-28th; December 20th-January 2nd.

Calendar and Events
At anytime you may bring your questions and come to the center, we are ready to help you individually.

Call 939-4198 to Schedule a Group.

July Classes: During the month of July we are focusing on, "Adding Pictures to Family Tree". Come in anytime, bring your pictures and we will teach you how to add pictures.

Eagle Idaho Family Discovery Day Was February 28th, 2015.  This is the link to the recorded classes. Copy and paste into your browser. Rootstech

'''Eagle Idaho Family History Day was February 8th, 2014. '''In conjunction with Roots Tech. Over 30 classes to choose from with many classes brought in from Roots Tech.

Handouts for classes:

Personal History Without Pen and Paper Link

Computer Essentials for Effective Genealogy Link

FS Family Tree-Photos, Stories and Documents Link

FS Family Tree-My Source Box Link

Getting the Most out of Family Search Research Tools Link

Research is a Process Not a Website Link

2014 Roots Tech Handouts Link

Groups
Groups--We often have groups scheduled to use the computers Wed at 7 PM. We encourage you to call before you come those nights to be sure a computer is available for your use.

Personal Training
All classes can be taught one-on-one. Call 208-319-1159 to set up an appointment.

Collections

 * FamilySearch Catalog: The center has the ability to receive films and fiche available through the FamilySearch Catalog. You place your order online and then come to center to view. You will receive an email when your order arrives.
 * Magazines: American Ancestors, FamilyTree, and Internet Genealogy. The center has many reference books, maps and Daughters of Utah Pioneer books.

Databases and Software

 * FHC Portal The center has access to the Family History Center Portal page which gives free access in the center to premium family history software and websites: Ancestry, ArkivDigital online, Fold3.com, WorldVital Records, Heritage Quest Online, FindMyPast, Godfrey Memorial Library, Historic Map Works Library Edition, Legacy Stories, The American Civil War, TheGenealogist, 19th Century British Library Newspaper Digital Archive, Access Newspaper Archives and Paper Trail.
 * Software - Roots Magic, Legacy, Ancestral Quest, Personal Ancestral File, PAF Companion, FamilyInsight, Personal Historian, AniMap and Progeny.

Hardware and Equipment

 * 7 Lenova computers with 23" screens
 * 3 multi function printers
 * 2 scanners (Scan straight to Family Tree)
 * 5 Microfilm readers
 * 1 Microfiche reader
 * 1 Microfilm and microfiche copier

Resources in the Local Area
Idaho State Archives and Research Center; 2205 Old Penitentiary Road, Boise, Idaho;


 * (208) 334-2620 Hours Tues-Sat 10 AM- 4 PM

Western States Marriage Index, 'Idaho State Death Index 1911- 1956 and Eastern Idaho Death Records

Boise Public Library

Links
Role Of Family History Consultant -Working With Leaders: Link to Guide: Family History Consultant

Volunteer at the Center

We are looking for those who have research skills and/or computer skills. Contact us at the email above.