Sumner Washington Family History Center

Center Contacts and Hours Website:


 * Puyallup Family History Center
 * Phone: 253-863-3383 (only during operating hours)

Location Map:


 * Location Map

Address:


 * 512 Valley Ave Sumner WA 98390 United States


 * Language:English

Open Hours:


 * Tuesday/Wednesday Noon to 9 pm
 * Thursday Noon to 3 pm
 * We occasionally close unexpectedly because of severe weather (as per Sumner School District closures) or staff unavailability. Please call for information about unexpected alterations to our normal operation hours. If you get our recorded message, it means we are closed.

Holiday Schedule: 2019

Closed Nov 27, 28 Thanksgiving: Dec 24, 25, 26, Christmas: Dec 31, Jan 1, 2 New Years

Calendar and Events:
2019 Youth Meetings: Sumner Ward Nov 9th, Surprise Lake Ward Nov 5th

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.

Hardware and Equipment

 * 7 desktop computers (Windows OS), 1 Mac Mini (Mac OSX) with USB and separate HDMI connectivity to a 48" HD TV screen; 1 printer, 1 printer/scanner with direct FamilySeach "Memories" connectivity, 1 bulk photo scanner, 1 microfilm/microfiche reader; 

Center Services:
Microfiche Reader: Which reads microfiche, then prints or stores on thumb drive or computer

Links
Online Genealogy Records by Location
 * FamilySearch Research Wiki: What It Can Do For You!: A comprehensive video presentation explaining the Wiki, navigating it, and some especially useful pages. Case studies demonstrate using the Wiki for genealogical research. Editing and adding articles to the Wiki are covered.