Spokane Washington East Family History Center

Center Contacts and Hours
Location Map:


 * Location on Map

Address:
 * 13608 East 40th Ave Spokane WA 99206 United States


 * Language:English

Phone:


 * 1-509-926-0551

E-mail:


 * [mailto:WA_SpokaneEast@familyhistorymail.org WA_SpokaneEast@familyhistorymail.org]

Open Hours:


 * Tuesday:10:00am-5:00pm and 7:00pm-8:30pm
 * Wednesday:10:00am-5:00pm
 * Thursday:10:00am-5:00pm

Scheduled Upcoming Closures:

Thursday March 3, 2022 - Closed so our staff can participate in RootsTech

December - Closed the week of Christmas and New Year's

'''We occasionally close unexpectedly because of inclement weather or illness: Please call 509-251-6183 if no one answers the family history phone for more information.'''

Upcoming Events
RootsTech Connect: A Free Online Conference Experience - March 3-5, 2022

Classes in 2022 will offer a mix of on-demand, livestream, and interactive sessions where people can socialize, ask questions and learn from experts and enthusiasts. There will also be demonstrations and experiences for all ages, as well as multicultural celebrations. You must register at www.RootsTech.org.

Center Resources

 * 11 computer workstations, 1 digital microfilm/microfiche reader with printer, 1 Epson Fast Foto Scanner, and 1 Epson Perfection Flatbed Scanner
 * The center has a classroom that will accommodate 12 to 15 students with computer projector and internet connection.
 * The center has internet connection capabilities for lap top computers

Collections

 * FamilySearch Catalog
 * 1,400 plus microfilm (not online) and microfiche, small reference library
 * Many data bases and software programs available


 * 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.
 * 19th Century British Library Newspaper Digital Archive
 * Alexander Street Press
 * The American Civil War: Research Database/Letters and Diaries/Images, Photographs, Posters, Ephemera/Social & Cultural History/Women & Social Movements in the United States


 * American Ancestors - Library Rights
 * Ancestry - Institution
 * ArchivDigital
 * FamNet
 * FindmyPast - Institution Version
 * Fold3
 * Geneanet
 * Kinpoint - Premium
 * My Heritage - Library Edition
 * Newspapers.com
 * Paper Trail
 * Puzzilla - Premium Services



Center Services
Family History includes preserving YOUR life stories for those who come after you. If you are interested in creating an Oral History we can help you. Call the Family History Center and schedule an appointment with Nancy Crawford.

Staff Research Specialties
United States research

Links
Online Genealogy Records by Location
 * Using the FamilySearch Research Wiki: 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.

Volunteer at the Center
Would you like to work at the Family History Center assisting patrons? We have a need for more volunteers to work at our Family History Center! If interested, please call the Family History Center at 509-926-0551 or 509-251-6183.