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:This is one of the largest research libraries in the world including excellent genealogical resources for '''New Jersey'''. The library has city and telephone directories, vital records indexes, local histories, genealogies, federal and state censuses, passenger lists, genealogical collections (including DAR transcripts), and church records.<ref name="DB81">Dollarhide and Bremer, 81.</ref> For maps, write to the Map Division at the same address.<br><br> | :This is one of the largest research libraries in the world including excellent genealogical resources for '''New Jersey'''. The library has city and telephone directories, vital records indexes, local histories, genealogies, federal and state censuses, passenger lists, genealogical collections (including DAR transcripts), and church records.<ref name="DB81">Dollarhide and Bremer, 81.</ref> For maps, write to the Map Division at the same address.<br><br> | ||
== Family History Centers | == Family History Centers == | ||
[[File:Morristown NJ Stake Center.JPG|thumb|right|280px|Morristown New Jersey Family History Center]]Some of the above collections are partially duplicated at the [[Family History Library]] and its branch '''[[Introduction to LDS Family History Centers|Family History Centers]]''' around the world. Most centers can help you by: | |||
[[ | *Giving you limited, personal, one-on-one research suggestions (but they do not do research for you) | ||
*Providing access to genealogical records through the Internet '''[[Family History Center Portal|FHC Portal]]''', or a [[Ordering Microfilm or Microfiche|microfilm loan program]] | |||
*Giving personal one-on-one | |||
*Providing access to genealogical records through the Internet or [[Ordering Microfilm or Microfiche|microfilm loan program]] | |||
*Offering free how-to classes (varies by location). | *Offering free how-to classes (varies by location). | ||
*Fostering contact between genealogical enthusiasts | |||
There are several [[:Category:New Jersey Family History Centers|centers located in New Jersey]], ''for example:'' | |||
::[[Morristown New Jersey Family History Center]]<br>283 James St.<br>Morris Township, NJ<br>Telephone: 973-539-5362. | |||
:::Each center is staffed by volunteers and has varying hours and services. Telephone in advance to verify their hours. | |||
To locate one of these centers in your own neighborhood, see [http://familysearch.org/locations/centerlocator Find a Family History Center].<br><br> | |||
== For Further Reading == | == For Further Reading == | ||