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*Planning for the Layton FamilySearch Center has been years in the development. The Church purchased the property from Weber State University in December 2011. Construction for the new FamilySearch Center began in January 2016 and was completed in August 2016. The modern design artfully represents historical aspects of Layton and its residents. | *Planning for the Layton FamilySearch Center has been years in the development. The Church purchased the property from Weber State University in December 2011. Construction for the new FamilySearch Center began in January 2016 and was completed in August 2016. The modern design artfully represents historical aspects of Layton and its residents. | ||
*Four smaller family history centers in Kaysville, Clearfield, and the Layton area have been closed. Patrons will enjoy extended hours at the new facility, which will serve residents throughout Northern Davis County. The new center is supported by thirty-eight local ecclesiastical stakes. | *Four smaller family history centers in Kaysville, Clearfield, and the Layton area have been closed. Patrons will enjoy extended hours at the new facility, which will serve residents throughout Northern Davis County. The new center is supported by thirty-eight local ecclesiastical stakes. | ||
*Patrons can learn how they are related to famous people. Did their ancestors sail on the Mayflower? Do they descend from famous Americans, such as the Founding Fathers | *Patrons can learn how they are related to famous people. Did their ancestors sail on the Mayflower? Do they descend from famous Americans, such as the Founding Fathers or U.S. Presidents? Are they related to Church leaders? | ||
*Free classes will be offered on a daily basis. The center has three classrooms with computer labs designed for hands-on training. for class schedules and registration information visit the center's Wiki-Page. Free access to popular premium subscription sites, such as Ancestry.com, FindMyPast, My Heritage, and American Ancestors is also available. | *Free classes will be offered on a daily basis. The center has three classrooms with computer labs designed for hands-on training. for class schedules and registration information visit the center's Wiki-Page. Free access to popular premium subscription sites, such as Ancestry.com, FindMyPast, My Heritage, and American Ancestors is also available. | ||
*It is recommended that prior to visiting, a free ''FamilySearch'' account is set up by visiting ''FamilySearch.org'' and establishing a family tree. By adding photos and stories prior to coming, your visit to the new facility will be greatly enhanced. | *It is recommended that prior to visiting, a free ''FamilySearch'' account is set up by visiting ''FamilySearch.org'' and establishing a family tree. By adding photos and stories prior to coming, your visit to the new facility will be greatly enhanced. | ||
*Groups visiting the center should book a reservation online to ensure that space is available. | *Groups visiting the center should book a reservation online to ensure that space is available. | ||
*Future plans include offering Boy Scout Merit Badge workshops, where scouts can complete requirements for their | *Future plans include offering Boy Scout Merit Badge workshops, where scouts can complete requirements for their Genealogy merit badge and fun learning about their family. | ||
*The new directors, Lyle R. and Linda M. Elmore, serve under the direction of area seventy, Kyle S. McKay. Lyle is a former stake president (ecclesiastical leader) in the area. He worked in the Healthcare industry for 30 years, prior to his retirement. He also served for 13 years as a senior district executive in the local Trapper Trail Council of the Boy Scouts of America. Linda has served in various assignments in the Church and community, and also worked as a part-time bookkeeper. Together they are the parents of six children, 19 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren. | *The new directors, Lyle R. and Linda M. Elmore, serve under the direction of area seventy, Kyle S. McKay. Lyle is a former stake president (ecclesiastical leader) in the area. He worked in the Healthcare industry for 30 years, prior to his retirement. He also served for 13 years as a senior district executive in the local Trapper Trail Council of the Boy Scouts of America. Linda has served in various assignments in the Church and community, and also worked as a part-time bookkeeper. Together they are the parents of six children, 19 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren. | ||
'''ABOUT FAMILYSEARCH:''' FamilySearch is the largest genealogy organization in the world. Millions of people use FamilySearch records, resources, and services each year to learn more about their family history. FamilySearch offers more than 4 billion free online records at FamlySearch.org and provides personal assistance at nearly 5,000 family history centers worldwide, operating in 132 countries. FamilySearch is a non-profit family history organization dedicated to connecting families across generations. | '''ABOUT FAMILYSEARCH:''' FamilySearch is the largest genealogy organization in the world. Millions of people use FamilySearch records, resources, and services each year to learn more about their family history. FamilySearch offers more than 4 billion free online records at FamlySearch.org and provides personal assistance at nearly 5,000 family history centers worldwide, operating in 132 countries. FamilySearch is a non-profit family history organization dedicated to connecting families across generations. | ||
[[Category:Utah Family History Centers]] | [[Category:Utah Family History Centers]] | ||