RootsTech Week Hours: March 2 - March 7, 2026 9:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m.
Upcoming Library Construction Notice: Updated Feb 23, 2026
We’re making improvements to the library that may temporarily affect noise levels, parking, and building access. In some cases, the library may close on short notice for safety. Please review the details to plan your visits accordingly. We appreciate your patience.
Discovery Experiences
Beginning March 16, the main floor will be closed for renovations for approximately one year.
A limited Discovery Experience will be available on the second floor. Group reservations are no longer accepted. When it fully reopens, there will be an expanded Discovery Experience with additional features. The following discovery experiences are currently available until March 16th.
Compare-a-Face
Compare your face to your relatives' faces, and see whom you most resemble.
Picture My Heritage
Create memories with family photos using various backgrounds.
Print your Fan Chart
Select the generations you want to have printed in a fan chart.
Build Your Own Coat of Arms
Answer five questions to generate a coat of arms that represents you.
All About Me
Learn about you, the meaning of your name, and what took place the year you were born.
Where Am I From?
See where you and your ancestors come from in an interactive way.
Famous Relatives
Find out what famous individuals are in your family tree.
Compare-a-Face
Compare your face to your relatives' faces, and see whom you most resemble.
Picture My Heritage
Create memories with family photos using various backgrounds.
Print your Fan Chart
Select the generations you want to have printed in a fan chart.
Build Your Own Coat of Arms
Answer five questions to generate a coat of arms that represents you.
All About Me
Learn about you, the meaning of your name, and what took place the year you were born.
Where Am I From?
See where you and your ancestors come from in an interactive way.
Famous Relatives
Find out what famous individuals are in your family tree.
Compare-a-Face
Compare your face to your relatives' faces, and see whom you most resemble.
What else is available in the Discovery Center?
Record My Story
Record your family stories! No reservation needed.
Group activities in the library
Group activities are all self-guided and include Discovery Experiences, the Heritage Hunt, and the Photo Scavenger Hunt.
Guest Vending/Snack Area
Bring your lunch or snacks or buy them at the library.
Children's play area / Mother's Room
Bring your kids to the library while you discover your family.
Frequently Asked Questions
We enable inspiring journeys that bring joy to all people as they discover, gather, and connect their family—past, present, and future.