Palm Desert California Family History Center

''' The Palm Desert California Family History Center is open to all residents of and visitors to the Coachella Valley. '''

Center Contact Information and Hours of Operation:
Location:


 * Location Map

Physical Address:


 * 72-960 Parkview Dr., Palm Desert, CA 92260 United States
 * Entrance to the family history center is on the north side of the building.
 * If door is locked, please ring the bell for access.
 * Languages: English and Spanish

Phone:


 * Call or text the Stake Family Center Consultant - Sandi Emerson @ 760-880-1702.
 * E-mail: CA_PalmDesert@familyhistorymail.org

Hours of Operation:   The Palm Desert Stake Family History Center will re-open on Tuesday, August 10, 2021.

We are grateful we can welcome patrons back!

Center hours will be:

·      Tuesdays 5-8PM

·      Wednesdays 10A-1PM

Days and hours can change as conditions change and/or we are able to staff the center. Your understanding is appreciated.

The center will be open to members only until further notice.

We want to provide a safe environment for our patrons, so the following guidelines are in effect:

·      To meet social distancing guidelines, the center can accommodate 5 patrons at any one time

·      Should patrons be waiting, a 30” time limit for existing patrons will be in place.

·      Masks are requested during the time a patron is in the center

·      Computer stations, tables, and other equipment are cleaned before, during, and after each shift

Center Resources
The center has a collection of hard and soft bound books as well as films and fiche that can be viewed on our film reader.

Collections

 * FHC Portal
 * The center has access to the Family History Center Portal page which gives free access to 14 premium family history software and websites that generally charge for subscriptions.
 * Software, Hardware and Equipment:
 * Five (5) computers
 * One (1) microfilm/microfiche reader
 * Film scanner copier
 * Photocopier. The FHC scanner/copier will scan documents and photos directly to your FamilySearch account. It is recommended to bring a USB "Flash Drive" with you to save any digital documents or prints you want.
 * Wireless connection available for personal laptops and/or tablets
 * Wireless connection available for personal laptops and/or tablets

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.


 * The Family History Guide website represents a best-in-class learning environment for family history newbies, buffs and dabblers. Whether you are brand new to family history or a seasoned researcher, the Family History Guide will be very helpful!

Volunteer at the Center
Computer literacy a must, otherwise no experience necessary as we will train you.