Valencia California Family History Center

Interested in genealogy? Are you seeking information about your roots? Want to know where you came from? Who your great-great-great-great grandfather was? You can start or continue your ancestry search without charge, at the Valencia Family History Center. Established in 1978, it is open to the public 45 hours each week. Its all-volunteer staff of research experts assisted interested patrons who made more than 2,300 visits to the center during the 2013 year. In addition to providing personal assistance, the center’s equipment include computers with free access to premium websites, microfilm and microfiche readers, printers, scanners, and a book library. For 24-hour recorded information or to speak with someone at the Center, call 661-259-1347.

Center Contacts and Hours
Location Map:


 * Location on Map

Address:


 * 24443 McBean Pkwy Valencia California 91355 United States


 * Language:English

Phone:


 * 1-661-259-1347

E-Mail:


 * CA_Valencia@ldsmail.net

Open Hours:


 * Monday:9:00am-5:00pm
 * Tuesday:9:00am-5:00pm and 6:00pm-9:00pm
 * Wednesday:9:00am-5:00pm and 6:00pm-9:00pm
 * Thursday:9:00am-5:00pm and 6:00pm-9:00pm
 * Saturday:9:00am-1:00pm

2015 Holiday Schedule- Closed: Presidents Day Feb 16, Memorial Day May 25, Independence Day Jul 4, Labor Day Sep 7, Thanksgiving Nov 25 &amp; 26, Christmas Dec 24-Jan 4.

Calendar and Events
Upcoming Events:

Family History Center Seminar Schedule for 2015
Seminars are free to the general public. All dates shown are Thursday - Instruction from 7:00pm to 8:00 pm

March 5, 2015
Seminar: "Beggin for Spit"

Discription: One of the biggest challenges facing genealogists is asking family members and non-genealogists to undergo DNA testing. Together we'll examine novel and interactive ways to encourage participation by making these individuals stakeholders in DNA testing. (presenter: Blaine Bettinger, RootsTech video)

March 19, 2015
Seminar: "FamilySearch Family Tree Now and in the Future"

Discription:This class will give an update on the current status of Family Tree and its latest features. Additionally, this session will discuss the new features planned for Family Tree. Come and help FamilySearch know what new features you want. (presenter: Ron Tanner - RootsTech video)

April 2, 2015
Seminar: "Adding Photos to Your Family Tree Can Help you Discover Your Ancestors"

Discription: Learn how to Upload, Lable, Discribe, and Tag your photos on Family Tree and how it can help you find more ancestors" (Presenter: Max and Karen Moffitt - Live Presentation)

April 16, 2015
Seminar: "FamilySearch Indexing: It's a Whole New World!"

Discription:Scott Flinders, the FamilySearch indexing product manager, will give an overview of the powerful new features and volunteer opportunities in the new indexing program as well as a sneak peek at even more exciting features that are in the works. (Presenter: Scott Flenders - RootsTech video)

Next semeinar: TBA

Collections

 * FamilySearch Catalog: This center has the ability to order any of the films and fiche available through the FamilySearch Catalog.
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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. (Note to FHC: Not all FHCs have access to this portal. If you do not, you will want to remove this entire bullet. If you do have access to it, just remove this text in italics.)

Hardware and Equipment

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Staff Research Specialties
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Resources in the Local Area
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Links
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