Payson Utah Family History Center



''The Payson Family History Center is located in the "Old Seminary building" kitty corner from the town swimming complex. People of all ages-young and old- are invited to learn how to find your roots or discover your family history. Knowledgeable consultants are here to guide and answer questions. Our services are provided free to the public. A nominal fee is charged for copies.''

Center Contacts and Hours
Location &amp; Map 590 South Main St Payson UT 84651-2549 United States



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Phone: 801 465 1349

E-mail: [mailto:UT_Payson@ldsmail.net UT_Payson@ldsmail.net] 

Open Hours:



Monday 9:00am - 3:00pm

Tuesday 9:00am - 3:00pm

Wednesday 9:00am - 8:00pm

Thursday 9:00am - 3:00pm

Friday 9:00am - 12:00pm

Evening hours can be reserved for groups and classes by calling the FHCenter during open hours.

HOLIDAY CLOSINGS

Upcoming Events
Other Events

Class Schedule
1) Mt View 1st Ward Boy Scouts:  Genealogy Merit Badge Class taught by Denny Pugmire starts at 6:45 PM, Wednesday, 11th of January in the Training Room

2) Payson 16th Ward Young Women:  Indexing starts at 7:00 PM, Wednesday, 11th of January in the Computer Room.

3) Payson Stake High Priest Group Leaders Training:  7:00 PM in the Training Room

4) Elk Ridge 1st Ward Young Women:  Overview of Family History including fun apps. Starts at 7:00 PM on Wednesday the 25th of January in the Training Room

Let the Payson Family History Center help you with your Primary Activity Day classes. Your Primary children will come away with great feelings and experiences at the Family History Center. Call to reserve an afternoon.

5) ON 29th OF JANUARY AT THE PAYSON FAMILY HISTORY CENTER:

Roots Tech Presentation Preview by Olivia Jewell:

Preserving Family History in Fun & Modern Ways (LAB): 5:30 PM in the Training Room

Want to preserve, present, and share your family's stories in creative and modern ways using the latest technologies? Come learn how and gain a renewed enthusiasm for sharing your stories and the ones of those you love. Discuss new and modern technologies designed to make preserving your life stories easier. Follow along as we discover unique and creative platforms for presenting stories to family members of all ages, especially your techie teens and kids, even involving them in the process. Whether you're a novice or advanced genealogist, leave this class with renewed excitement for sharing your family's stories.

AND

Everyday Family History for the Crazy-Busy Life: 7:00 PM in the Training Room

Busy life+Family History=Balance So you've caught the bug, you love family history and would love to work on it all the time, BUT you struggle to find the balance because life is just so DARN busy. Take it from me, mom o' three, it's finding the little ways to include it that makes life feel balanced. Come learn sneaky ways to incorporate family history into the busy moments of life using your best friend--your smart phone or tablet. Work on family history on the go, at the game, the doctor's office, or in your few minutes of sanity at the end of the day. Learn about some great apps and tools designed for on-the-go family history work.

To reserve your seat, please email Paysonfamilyhistorycenter@gmail.com

''Let the Payson Family History Center help your Scouts receive their Genealogy Merit Badge. We have Merit Badge certified consultants to assist you. Call the Center to arrange for your group to come.''

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
 * Arkiv Digital-Swedish Research Database

Hardware and Equipment
15 computers

2 black and white printers

1 Lexmark color printer/scanner to scan pictures/documents to family tree

2 projectors with screens

2 microfilm readers

2 microfiche readers



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