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The center is located just south of the Thanksgiving Point Golf Course Clubhouse in Lehi, Utah. In addition to family history research assistance and the ability to preserve your memories (photos, slides, negatives, video tapes, audio tapes, documents, and books), this facility is equipped with an exciting Discovery Center. Large interactive touch-screen monitors bring your family tree to life and allow you to discover your heritage and learn about your ancestors in a fun way. Come have your own discovery experience with your ancestors. Groups of 6 or more must make an online reservation to ensure participation in the Discovery Experience.



 The major services that are provided at the center are:

<FONT SIZE="4">Discovery Experience</B></FONT>

Several large screen interactive displays provide engaging fun and learning for all ages in English, Spanish, French, and Chinese. Family groups of any size may make a reservation. Church groups need to make a reservation to use the Discovery Experience (Activity Day, Scouts, YM/YW, Relief Society, Priesthood, etc.). <FONT SIZE="3'><FONT COLOR="green">Click Here to reserve a Discovery Center visit</FONT></FONT></B> Prior to your group's visit to the Discovery Center please: Create</B> a FamilySearch account</U> AND</B></Font> bring</B> your username and password</U> with you AND</B></Font> build</B> your family tree</U> in your FamilySearch account to a deceased ancestor</U>.

<FONT COLOR="blue">Click Here for more information about the Discovery Experience</FONT>

<FONT SIZE="4">Research Assistance</B></FONT>


 * We will help you get started on FamilySearch.org
 * We will help you find your family
 * Dozens of state-of-the-art computers are available
 * Many premium genealogical and historical websites are available

<FONT SIZE="4">Classes</B></FONT>

Several topics of training are offered by knowledgeable teachers each month <FONT COLOR="blue">List of classes offered with related outlines & handouts</FONT> <FONT COLOR="red"> (Class Outlines and Handouts should be printed before coming to class  ---   also bring your login name and password information) </FONT> NOTE:</B> There are no reservations -- classes are filled by those who arrive first.

<FONT SIZE="4"><B>Children Area</B></FONT>

This center provides a comfortable work environment for parents. There is a play area for small children near computer work stations where parents can work on their family history without leaving their children unattended. Other services available near the children's area include -- photo scanner, book scanner, document scanner, and video conversion. Most of these services must be reserved online.

<FONT SIZE="4"><B>Scanning/Conversion Equipment</B></FONT>

Convert your photos & slides into .jpg files and documents into .pdf files. Video tapes can be converted to a digital video format (.mp4). Audio tapes can be converted to a digital audio format (.mp3). <FONT COLOR="blue">Click here to learn more about our scanners/converters and how to prepare for your visit</FONT> <B><FONT SIZE="3'><FONT COLOR="green">Click Here to reserve a Photo Scanner Station</FONT></FONT></B> [https://go.oncehub.com/LehiSlides <B><FONT SIZE="3'><FONT COLOR="green">.... a Slide Scanner Station</FONT></FONT></B>] <B><FONT SIZE="3'><FONT COLOR="green">.... a Video Tape Conversion Room</FONT></FONT></B> <FONT SIZE="5"><B><U>For Wards, Stakes, and Family Groups</U></B></FONT> <B>Reserve a Classroom</B> Wards, stakes, and family groups may reserve a classroom at the center to hold special family history training meetings. Each group provides its own teacher(s). Trained staff at the FamilySearch Center will be available to provide assistance. <FONT COLOR="blue">Get more details about reserving a classroom</FONT> <B><FONT SIZE="3'><FONT COLOR="green">Click Here to reserve a Classroom</FONT></FONT></B> <B>Schedule an Event</B> Reservations may be made for special ward and stake family history events as well as for family reunion groups working on family history.

<FONT COLOR="blue">Get more details about scheduling an event</FONT> <Font Size="5"><B>Lost and Found</B></Font> Check with our reception desk if you believe you have left items during your last visit. We have a growing collection. Items include - strollers, glasses, USB drives, jewelry, pictures, papers, and more. <FONT COLOR="blue">Click here to learn more about our group tours</FONT>