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The Walker Local History and Family History Center, located on the third floor of the Main Library in downtown Columbia, is the place to go for family history document beginner packets in addition to advise and recommendations that will help you further your own research efforts. | The Walker Local History and Family History Center, located on the third floor of the Main Library in downtown Columbia, is the place to go for family history document beginner packets in addition to advise and recommendations that will help you further your own research efforts. | ||
You can access a wealth of resources online including: | You can access a wealth of resources online including: | ||
*the [http://myrcplcomres.ipac.sirsidynix.net/ipac20/ipac.jsp?session=119609H8091L0.675&profile=main--1&menu=search&submenu=subtab30&ts=1196094813498#focus: Online Obituary Index]. You may request copies of the original obituaries. | *the [http://myrcplcomres.ipac.sirsidynix.net/ipac20/ipac.jsp?session=119609H8091L0.675&profile=main--1&menu=search&submenu=subtab30&ts=1196094813498#focus: Online Obituary Index]. You may request copies of the original obituaries. | ||
*[http://www.richlandlibrary.com/research-it/genealogy genealogy databases] which are free for Richland Library Card holders. | *[http://www.richlandlibrary.com/research-it/genealogy genealogy databases] which are free for Richland Library Card holders. | ||
*the [http://www.richlandlibrary.com/research-it/resources?title=local%20history%20digital%20collections&op=Search%20Research%20Tools Local History] digital collection which includes Columbia City Directories and Confederate rolls | *the [http://www.richlandlibrary.com/research-it/resources?title=local%20history%20digital%20collections&op=Search%20Research%20Tools Local History] digital collection which includes Columbia City Directories and Confederate rolls | ||
If you reside outside of Richland County, you may [http://www.richlandlibrary.com/about/get-library-card/out-county-card-registration apply for a card] for $65 dollars a year. | If you reside outside of Richland County, you may [http://www.richlandlibrary.com/about/get-library-card/out-county-card-registration apply for a card] for $65 dollars a year. | ||
Center Contacts and Hours | |||
=== Center Contacts and Hours === | |||
'''Location & Map:''' | '''Location & Map:''' | ||
#Richland Library<br>1431 Assembly St.<br>Columbia, SC 29201<br> | #Richland Library<br>1431 Assembly St.<br>Columbia, SC 29201<br> | ||
#Take the escalator or elevator to the third floor. | #Take the escalator or elevator to the third floor. | ||
#Get directions to [https://maps.google.com/maps?f=d&source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=%3BCfgb3YcojETHFaTcBgId5Xcr-ylrS19M06T4iDHgE9rhSPPtbQ&q=1431+Assembly+Street+Columbia+29201&t=m&ie=UTF8&hq=&hnear=1431+Assembly+St,+Columbia,+Richland,+South+Carolina+29201&ll=34.009839,-81.036615&spn=0.028459,0.025234&z=14&vpsrc=0&iwloc=A&daddr=1431+Assembly+St,+Columbia,+SC+29201 Richland Library] (Google) | #Get directions to [https://maps.google.com/maps?f=d&source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=%3BCfgb3YcojETHFaTcBgId5Xcr-ylrS19M06T4iDHgE9rhSPPtbQ&q=1431+Assembly+Street+Columbia+29201&t=m&ie=UTF8&hq=&hnear=1431+Assembly+St,+Columbia,+Richland,+South+Carolina+29201&ll=34.009839,-81.036615&spn=0.028459,0.025234&z=14&vpsrc=0&iwloc=A&daddr=1431+Assembly+St,+Columbia,+SC+29201 Richland Library] (Google) | ||
'''Phone: '''(803) 929-3402 See also [http://www.richlandlibrary.com/services/ask-librarian/call-librarian Call a Librarian]. | '''Phone: '''(803) 929-3402 See also [http://www.richlandlibrary.com/services/ask-librarian/call-librarian Call a Librarian]. | ||
'''E-mail: '''[http://www.richlandlibrary.com/services/ask-librarian/e-mail-librarian Email a Librarian]<br> | '''E-mail: '''[http://www.richlandlibrary.com/services/ask-librarian/e-mail-librarian Email a Librarian]<br> | ||
'''Open Hours: ''' | '''Open Hours: ''' Mon-Thu: 9:00am - 9:00pm<br>Fri-Sat: 9:00am - 6:00pm<br>Sun: 2:00pm - 6:00pm | ||
Mon-Thu: 9:00am - 9:00pm<br>Fri-Sat: 9:00am - 6:00pm<br>Sun: 2:00pm - 6:00pm | |||
'''Holiday Schedule:''' | '''Holiday Schedule:''' | ||
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==== Upcoming Events ==== | ==== Upcoming Events ==== | ||
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=== Resources === | === Resources === | ||
The following resources are available to patrons on site: | The following resources are available to patrons on site: | ||
==== Biographies ==== | |||
==== Collections ==== | ==== Collections ==== | ||
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:*[https://www.familysearch.org/#form=catalog '''Family History Library Catalog:'''] The Walker Local and Family History Center has the ability to order any of the films and fiche available through the Family History Library Catalog.<br> | :*[https://www.familysearch.org/#form=catalog '''Family History Library Catalog:'''] The Walker Local and Family History Center has the ability to order any of the films and fiche available through the Family History Library Catalog.<br> | ||
==== Databases and Software ==== | ==== Databases and Software ==== | ||
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'''''(Include the resources you have to help individuals do their research - computers, microfilm readers, printers, etc. )''''' | |||
==== Microfilm ==== | |||
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==== Vertical File ==== | |||
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=== Services === | === Services === | ||
==== Staff Research Specialties ==== | ==== Staff Research Specialties ==== | ||
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Revision as of 13:16, 5 June 2013
The Walker Local History and Family History Center, located on the third floor of the Main Library in downtown Columbia, is the place to go for family history document beginner packets in addition to advise and recommendations that will help you further your own research efforts.
You can access a wealth of resources online including:
- the Online Obituary Index. You may request copies of the original obituaries.
- genealogy databases which are free for Richland Library Card holders.
- the Local History digital collection which includes Columbia City Directories and Confederate rolls
If you reside outside of Richland County, you may apply for a card for $65 dollars a year.
Center Contacts and Hours[edit | edit source]
Location & Map:
- Richland Library
1431 Assembly St.
Columbia, SC 29201 - Take the escalator or elevator to the third floor.
- Get directions to Richland Library (Google)
Phone: (803) 929-3402 See also Call a Librarian.
E-mail: Email a Librarian
Open Hours: Mon-Thu: 9:00am - 9:00pm
Fri-Sat: 9:00am - 6:00pm
Sun: 2:00pm - 6:00pm
Holiday Schedule:
Calendar and Events[edit | edit source]
Upcoming Events[edit | edit source]
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Resources[edit | edit source]
The following resources are available to patrons on site:
Biographies[edit | edit source]
Collections[edit | edit source]
- Family History Library Catalog: The Walker Local and Family History Center has the ability to order any of the films and fiche available through the Family History Library Catalog.
- Family History Library Catalog: The Walker Local and Family History Center has the ability to order any of the films and fiche available through the Family History Library Catalog.
Databases and Software[edit | edit source]
Hardware and Equipment[edit | edit source]
(Include the resources you have to help individuals do their research - computers, microfilm readers, printers, etc. )
Microfilm[edit | edit source]
Periodicals[edit | edit source]
Vertical File[edit | edit source]
Services[edit | edit source]
Staff Research Specialties[edit | edit source]
Resources in the Local Area
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