Torrance California Family History Center



Torrance Family History Center has been serving the community for the past 25 years. We have a group of dedicated and knowledgeable Family History Consultants who can help you with any research problem you have.

Center Contacts and Hours

Location &amp; Map:


 * 1) 22605 Kent Ave. Torrance, Ca 90505
 * 2) Cross street is Sepulvada Blvd - building is at the end of the street on the right. 
 * 3) Map

Phone: 310-791-6256

E-mail:

Open Hours:


 * Monday, 9:30 am - 4:30 pm
 * Thursday, 9:30 am -8:30 pm
 * Saturday, 9:30 am - 1:00 pm

Holiday Schedule:


 * Closed for major holidays

The Family History Center will be closed on April 23rd through April 28th for maintenance.

Collections

 * Family History Library Catalog:  This center is able to receive any of the films and fiche available through the Family History Library Catalog for viewing by patrons.  Patrons may order films for delivery to the Family History Center online at www.familysearch.org/films.

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

 * Computers - internet accesable
 * Microfilm and Fiche Readers - can create digital image

Staff Research Specialties
British Isles - French Canada - Native American

Search techniques for the Census

Links
California Digital Newspaper Collection -CDNC.ucr.edu

Torrance Herald or Torrance Press Historical Newpaper Archive 

accessed through Torrance Public Library

Volunteer at the Center
We welcome anyone who is willing to serve.