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Welcome to the '''Reno Family History Center!''' No matter if you are new to genealogy, or a seasoned researcher, our friendly and knowledgeable staff is ready to help you on your exciting journey to unlock the past. | {{Box | ||
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[[Image:Nevadarenofhc.jpg| | [[Image:Nevadarenofhc.jpg|400px|right]] | ||
=== Center Contacts and Hours === | === Center Contacts and Hours === | ||
'''Location | '''Location Map:''' [http://maps.google.com/maps?q=4751+Neil+Road,+Reno,+Nevada&hl=en&ll=39.481222,-119.781876&spn=0.024015,0.050082&sll=37.0625,-95.677068&sspn=50.02446,102.568359&oq=4751+Neil+Road,+Reno,+Nevada&hnear=4751+Neil+Rd,+Reno,+Nevada+89502&t=m&z=15 Location Map] | ||
'''Address:''' 4751 Neil Road, Reno, Nevada 89502-5878 | |||
*Our center is located within the Neil Rd, Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints church building; on the north west corner of Neil Rd and Filbert. Park on the west end of the parking lot and enter the building either through the main west entrance facing Filbert, or the west end entrance. | |||
* | *Language: English | ||
'''Phone:''' '''1-775-826-1130''' | |||
''' | '''E-mail:''' [mailto:NV_Reno@ldsmail.net NV_Reno@ldsmail.net] | ||
'''Open Hours: ''' | |||
*'''Tuesday: '''10:00am-9:00pm | |||
*'''Wednesday: '''10:00am-9:00pm | |||
*'''Thursday: '''10:00am-9:00pm | |||
*'''Tuesday:'''10:00am-9:00pm | |||
*'''Wednesday:'''10:00am-9:00pm | |||
*'''Thursday:'''10:00am-9:00pm | |||
'''Holiday Schedule:''' | '''Holiday Schedule:''' | ||
'''Closed all major holidays | '''Closed all major holidays.''' | ||
=== Calendar and Events === | === Calendar and Events === | ||
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'''Introduction to Family History''' | '''Introduction to Family History''' | ||
*Every | *Every Wednesday at 12:15 pm, we have a 15 minute intro classes | ||
'''Writing Life Histories''' | '''Writing Life Histories''' | ||
*Every first | *Every first Wednesday at 1:00 pm, we offer a class on writing a life history yours or someone else's. | ||
==== Staff Training Meetings ==== | ==== Staff Training Meetings ==== | ||
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==== Collections ==== | ==== Collections ==== | ||
:*[https://www.familysearch.org/#form=catalog '''FamilySearch Catalog: '''] This center has the ability to order any of the films and fiche available through the FamilySearch Catalog. | |||
:*'''Patrons' Microfiche Collection''' -- a collection of fiche ordered by our patrons, assorted titles. Contain family histories, vital records, and other types of information. | |||
:*'''Indefinite Film Collection''' -- a collection of films on a variety of subjects, to include vital records, county records, court records, etc. | |||
:* | :*'''Book Collection:''' -- We have a large collection of books that cover Reno, Washoe county, and various countries throughout the world. Our center also houses the Parkin collection of records from north western Nevada and parts of north eastern California. | ||
==== Databases and Software ==== | ==== Databases and Software ==== | ||
:*'''[[FHC Portal]]''' | :*'''[[FHC Portal]]''' This center has access to the Portal page, which gives free access, within the center, to premium family history software and websites that would generally charge for subscriptions. | ||
:*We have FamilySearch, Family Tree, and FamilySearch Wiki | :*We have FamilySearch, Family Tree, and FamilySearch Wiki | ||
==== Hardware and Equipment ==== | ==== Hardware and Equipment ==== | ||
Our center is equipped with both microfilm and microfiche readers, 9 computers, 3 printers, and | Our center is equipped with both microfilm and microfiche readers, '''9''' computers, '''3''' printers, and '''1''' copier for your convenience. | ||
== Center Services == | == Center Services == |
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