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| content=The Gardendale FamilySearch Center welcomes you, and we look forward to assisting you with your genealogical research. We provide access to digitized records, and genealogical websites. Our all-volunteer staff is ready to answer questions about the resources available in the FSC and give limited research guidance. There is no charge for using the facility.  


=== Center Contacts and Hours  ===
We don’t do your genealogy for you but will gladly assist in answering your questions and provide any needed instruction such as how to download pictures, stories, documents, how to add resources from Ancestry and other sites to Family Search., Teach you about new features and new programs.<br>


'''Location &amp;&nbsp;Map:'''
Family History Consultant-Bro. Rick Williams
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'''Address:'''
[[Image:FHC Gardendale1.JPG|400px|right| Gardendale FSC]]


:*1923 Mt Olive Blvd&nbsp; Gardendale, AL 35071&nbsp; United States
=== Center Contacts and Hours ===
:*(Link to map using ''[http://maps.google.com Google]''&nbsp;or other map sites)


'''Phone:''' Sis. Evelyn Baldwin&nbsp; Family History Consultant 205-607-7368 for appointments<br>
*'''Location Map: '''[https://www.google.com/maps/place/1923+Mt+Olive+Rd,+Gardendale,+AL+35071/@33.6705809,-86.8244703,16z/data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x88890154f53c4169:0x3e8c5c570c27e287?hl=en Location Map]


&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Bro. Rick Williams Family History Center Director 205-223-8041
*'''Address: ''' 1923 Mt Olive Blvd Gardendale, AL 35071


'''E-mail:'''&nbsp; al_gardendale@ldsmail.net<br>
*'''Phone:''' 205-607-7368


'''Open Hours:'''  
*'''E-Mail: ''' [mailto:al_gardendale@familyhistorymail.org al_gardendale@familyhistorymail.org]


:*'''Tuesday:''' 7 pm - 9 pm by appointment
'''Open Hours: '''  
:*'''Thursday:''' 7 pm - 9 pm by appointment


'''Holiday Schedule:'''  
*'''Open by Appointment Only.'''


<br>  
*'''For Appt - Call:'''<br>
*'''Eveyn Baldwin - Family History Consultant 205-607-7368 - New Member Family History, Basic and Intermediate Family History, and Irish Family History.'''
*'''Rick Williams - Family History Consultant 205-223-8041 - Family Search, Ancestry, Roots Magic, and Google Advanced Researcher.'''


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'''Holiday Schedule: '''


=== Calendar and Events  ===
:We occasionally Close due to Inclement Weather or Illness. Closed All Major Holidays. Closed Thanksgiving week. Closed last two weeks in December for Christmas and New Year. Closed on Saturday and Sunday for April and October for General Conference.


==== Upcoming Events ====
=== Using FamilySearch Center ===


==== Class Schedule  ====
'''Supervision'''<br>


==== Staff Training Meetings  ====
*Adults accompanying youth groups should prepare to actively participate with their youth.
*Local family history consultants are an excellent resource to bring with your group and will provide continuity after your visit.


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'''Printing'''<br>


=== Center Resources  ===
*Copies of any documents found during your visit can be printed at the Center . (B/W 8"x11").
*Documents could also be scanned and saved to your flash drive.


==== Collections  ====
'''Guidelines for a Successful and Rewarding Visit'''


:*[https://www.familysearch.org/#form=catalog '''Family History Library Catalog:'''] This center has the ability to order any of the films and fiche available through the Family History Library Catalog.  
*'''Please <u>DO NOT</u> bring food or drink to the Center.'''  
:*''(List additional collections you have such as the types of books and microfilm you have on indefinite loan; though you will not want to list every single item you have. Just give visitors to this page a general idea of your resources.)''  
:<br>


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*'''Church Account Registration: ''' For groups with members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, each member needs an FS Church Account BEFORE coming to the Center. Log in to [https://id.churchofjesuschrist.org/ https://id.churchofjesuschrist.org/] or another church account site to test that username and password are working. Members who don't have a current account must register for one prior to the visit. Go to [https://id.churchofjesuschrist.org/ https://id.churchofjesuschrist.org/], click on the Register for an Church Account button on the right side of the screen, enter the necessary information (includes their church membership number and birth date). 
*'''Personal Family History Information: ''' Except for Indexing visits, please have everyone bring a personal Pedigree Chart with as much family information as possible.
*'''Specific Goal or Objective to Accomplish:''' Each group should have an idea or goal, before they arrive, of what they would like to accomplish during the visit to our Center.<br>
*'''Patrons may bring their personal computers''' for note taking or entering information into personal genealogical programs. Wireless Internet access is available.
*'''Patrons may bring memory sticks''' to download information or copies.<br>


[https://familysearch.org/learn/wiki/en/FHC_Portal FHC&nbsp;Portall]
=== Center Resources  ===


:*[http://alexanderstreet.com/products/american-civil-war-letters-and-diaries alexanderstreet.com/products/american-civil-war-letters-and-diaries]<br>
==== Collections  ====
:*[http://newspaperarchive.com/ newspaperarchive.com/]<br>
:*[http://www.ancestry.com/ www.ancestry.com/]<br>
:*[http://www.arkivdigital.net/ www.arkivdigital.net/]<br>
:*[http://www.findmypast.co.uk/ www.findmypast.co.uk/]<br>
:*[http://www.fold3.com/ www.fold3.com/]<br>
:*[http://www.genline.com/ www.genline.com/]<br>
:*[http://www.godfrey.org/ www.godfrey.org/]<br>
:*[http://www.heritagequestonline.com/hqoweb/library/do/index www.heritagequestonline.com/hqoweb/library/do/index]<br>
:*[http://historicmapworks.proquest.com/hmwweb/hmw/do/login historicmapworks.proquest.com/hmwweb/hmw/do/login]<br>
:*[http://www.origins.net/ www.origins.net/]<br>
:*[http://www.paper-trail.org/ www.paper-trail.org/]<br>
:*[http://www.worldvitalrecords.com/wvrhome.aspx www.worldvitalrecords.com/wvrhome.aspx]<br>
<br>


'''On-site Free Internet Access for Genealogy Research'''
:[https://www.familysearch.org/search/catalog '''FamilySearch Catalog:'''] 


:'''Book Collection:''' --


==== Databases and Software  ====


'''Access Newspaper Archives '''- "NewspaperArchive.com is the world's largest online newspaper archive. Featuring billions of articles from historical newspapers around the U.S. and the world, NewspaperARCHIVE makes exploring history and genealogy easy and fun. Discover fascinating news in archived newspapers hundreds of years old—including obituaries, birth announcements, sports articles, comics, and more—to fill in the life stories you are interested in. And share those stories with others through our community at Our NewspaperARCHIVE. All of our historical newspapers are full-page and fully searchable. Try exploring above, and discover your history today!"
*'''[[FamilySearch Center Portal]]''' This center has access to the FamilySearch Center Portal page which gives free access in the center to premium family history software and websites that generally charge for subscriptions.'''


'''Alexander Street Press, American Civil War'''
*[http://alexanderstreet.com/products/american-civil-war-letters-and-diaries Alexander Street Press, American Civil War ]


◦Research Data: Contains indexed, searchable information on over 4 million soldiers and thousands of battles, together with 15,000 photographs. ◦Letters and Diaries: Contains approximately 100,000 indexed pages of diaries, letters, and memoirs, including 4,000 pages of previously unpublished manuscripts, such as the letters of Amos Wood and his wife and the diary of Maryland planter William Claytor. ◦Images, Photographs, Posters, and Ephemera: Provides a vivid history of the American Civil War with over 1,400 images.
:Research Data: Contains indexed, searchable information on over 4 million soldiers and thousands of battles, together with 15,000 photographs. ◦Letters and Diaries: Contains approximately 100,000 indexed pages of diaries, letters, and memoirs, including 4,000 pages of previously unpublished manuscripts, such as the letters of Amos Wood and his wife and the diary of Maryland planter William Claytor. Images, Photographs, Posters, and Ephemera: Provides a vivid history of the American Civil War with over 1,400 images.


'''Ancestry.com''' - Institutional version – Ancestry gives you access to thousands of collections of records from around the world, including immigration, census, voter, vital, and military records; newspapers and periodicals; family trees; photos and images; directories, maps, court, land, wills and financial records, stories, memories, and histories; and detailed records about births, marriages, deaths, land ownership, and much more. It is the largest for-profit genealogy company in the world.
*[http://newspaperarchive.com/ Access Newspaper Archives]  - NewspaperArchive.com is the world's largest online newspaper archive. Featuring billions of articles from historical newspapers around the U.S. and the world, NewspaperARCHIVE makes exploring history and genealogy easy and fun. Discover fascinating news in archived newspapers hundreds of years old—including obituaries, birth announcements, sports articles, comics, and more—to fill in the life stories you are interested in. And share those stories with others through our community at Our NewspaperARCHIVE. All of our historical newspapers are full-page and fully searchable. Try exploring above, and discover your history today!


'''ArkivDigital Online '''- ArkivDigital is the largest private provider of Swedish Church Records and other historical records online! All images are newly photographed color images of the original documents.  
*[http://www.ancestry.com/ Ancestry] Institutional version – Ancestry gives you access to thousands of collections of records from around the world, including immigration, census, voter, vital, and military records; newspapers and periodicals; family trees; photos and images; directories, maps, court, land, wills and financial records, stories, memories, and histories; and detailed records about births, marriages, deaths, land ownership, and much more. It is the largest for-profit genealogy company in the world.


'''Find My Past''' – FindMyPast makes it easy to research your UK ancestry and create your family tree. Search census records and trace births, marriages, and deaths to bring your family history to life.  
*[http://www.arkivdigital.net/ Arkivdigital] – is the largest private provider of Swedish Church Records and other historical records online! All images are newly photographed color images of the original documents. <br>


◦1911 British Census (accessed through the Find My Past website )–The 1911 UK Census is a record of everyone who lived in England and Wales in 1911. It provides a unique snapshot of the lives of those who lived at that time. Note: Some parts of Find My Past access may be limited due to negotiations (23 Oct 2013).
*[http://www.findmypast.co.uk/ Findmypast] – makes it easy to research your UK ancestry and create your family tree. Search census records and trace births, marriages, and deaths to bring your family history to life.  


'''Fold3''' (formerly Footnote.com) – Search or browse millions of historical documents and photos. Fold3 has refocused their efforts on gathering the best online collection of military records and stories. The Fold3 name reflects military history and honor, since traditionally, the third fold in a flag-folding ceremony honors and remembers veterans for their sacrifice in defending their country and promoting peace in the world. See Using Fold3 at a Family History Center for more information.  
:1911 British Census (accessed through the Findmypast website) – The 1911 UK Census is a record of everyone who lived in England and Wales in 1911. It provides a unique snapshot of the lives of those who lived at that time. Note: Some parts of Findmypast access may be limited due to negotiations (23 Oct 2013).


'''The Genealogist''' - English parish records, directories, census, civil registration, surname mapping, and selected army and navy lists.  
*[http://www.fold3.com/ Fold3] (formerly Footnote.com) – Search or browse millions of historical documents and photos. Fold3 has refocused their efforts on gathering the best online collection of military records and stories. The Fold3 name reflects military history and honor, since traditionally, the third fold in a flag-folding ceremony honors and remembers veterans for their sacrifice in defending their country and promoting peace in the world.  


NOTE: This service was temporarily removed on 22 October, 2013. This contract is in negotiation now.
*[http://www.genline.com/ Genline] - English parish records, directories, census, civil registration, surname mapping, and selected army and navy lists.  


'''Heritage Quest Online''' – Heritage Quest Online database is a collection of material for both genealogical and historical researchers, with coverage dating back to the late 1700s. Researchers can use HeritageQuest Online to find their ancestors, trace their paths across America, and learn what life was like in the areas where they settled. Searches include:
*[http://www.godfrey.org/  Godfrey Library] The Godfrey Library’s collection consists of over 200,000 books and periodicals including biographies, genealogies, state and local histories, city directories, cemetery and funeral records, church records military histories, newspapers and family bibles. The capstone of our collection is the American Genealogical Biographical Index (AGBI), an index of more than 4 million names from the more than 800 books in our original collection and the Boston Transcript genealogy query column.  


◦Census: Find ancestors in the complete set of U.S. federal census images from 1790 to 1930, including name indexes for many years. ◦Books: Find information on people and places described in over 24,000 family and local histories. ◦PERSI Periodical Source Index™: Find information about people and places from this index of over 2 million genealogy and local history articles, updated annually. ◦Revolutionary War: Search selected records from the Revolutionary War Era Pension and Bounty-Land Warrant Application Files. ◦Freedman’s Bank: Search for individuals in Freedman’s Bank (1865-1874), which was founded to serve African Americans. Includes a name index and images for bank depositors and their dependents and heirs. ◦U.S. Serial Set: Search the Memorials, Petitions, and Private Relief Actions of the U.S. Congress in the LexisNexis® U.S. Serial Set.
:The majority of the library’s material is focused on New England families and history, but there are a great deal of books and periodicals relevant to those researching other states as well as internationally.  


'''Historic Map Works Library Edition''' – Historic Map Works™ Library Edition is one of the most extensive digital map collections available, with over 470,000 high-resolution, full color historic and antique maps. The core of the collection consists of cadastral (property and land ownership) maps illustrating the geographic and development history of the United States and also includes illustrations, city directories, and more. This unique content allows genealogists, historians, and academic researchers to track the "residential genealogy" of families and locations.  
*[http://www.heritagequestonline.com/hqoweb/library/do/index Heritage Quest Online] Heritage Quest Online database is a collection of material for both genealogical and historical researchers, with coverage dating back to the late 1700s. Researchers can use HeritageQuest Online to find their ancestors, trace their paths across America, and learn what life was like in the areas where they settled. Searches include:


'''Legacy Stories '''- Put the leaves on your family tree by giving voice to your ancestors. LegacyStories.Org is a social network for all things heritage. Provides a secure platform to upload stories and photos and add recorded narration. The resulting pictures, stories, and narration can be linked as source records on FamilySearch Family Tree. The site offers a full suite of exciting features, including:
*Census: Find ancestors in the complete set of U.S. federal census images from 1790 to 1930, including name indexes for many years.
:'''Books: ''' Find information on people and places described in over 24,000 family and local histories.  
:'''PERSI Periodical Source Index™: '''Find information about people and places from this index of over 2 million genealogy and local history articles, updated annually.  
:'''Revolutionary War: '''Search selected records from the Revolutionary War Era Pension and Bounty-Land Warrant Application Files.
:'''Freedman’s Bank: '''Search for individuals in Freedman’s Bank (1865-1874), which was founded to serve African Americans. Includes a name index and images for bank depositors and their dependents and heirs.
:'''U.S. Serial Set: '''Search the Memorials, Petitions, and Private Relief Actions of the U.S. Congress in the LexisNexis® U.S. Serial Set.


◦Record oral photo narratives directly from your computer microphone. ◦Multi-media story publisher. ◦Social network for feedback and collaboration. ◦Public archives to view and share stories. ◦Five levels of privacy. ◦The Legacy Shop for heritage replayed books, DVD equipment, software, etc.
*[http://historicmapworks.proquest.com/hmwweb/hmw/do/login Historic Map Works™] Historic Map Works™ Library Edition is one of the most extensive digital map collections available, with over 470,000 high-resolution, full color historic and antique maps. The core of the collection consists of cadastral (property and land ownership) maps illustrating the geographic and development history of the United States and also includes illustrations, city directories, and more. This unique content allows genealogists, historians, and academic researchers to track the "residential genealogy" of families and locations.


'''Origins.net '''- Features comprehensive and exclusive British and Irish record collections dating back to the 13th century, as well as rare and unique photos and books to browse.  
*[http://www.myheritage.com/ MyHeritage] Used by millions of people worldwide to help research family history, build a family tree, add and enhance photos, historical records, and more.


'''Paper Trail '''- Provides access to 19th-century westward American migration documents.  
*[http://www.origins.net/ Origins] Features comprehensive and exclusive British and Irish record collections dating back to the 13th century, as well as rare and unique photos and books to browse.


'''World Vital Records'''
*[https://www.paper-trail.org/ Paper-Trail] Provides access to 19th-century westward American migration documents.


'''Familysearch.org''' -
==== Learning Resources  ====


This includes access to the International Genealogical Index (IGI) Revised - Pedigree Resource &amp; Ancestral File submitted genealogies. <br>
*[https://familysearch.org/wiki/en/Principles_of_Family_History_Research '''Getting Started''']
*[https://familysearch.org/wiki/en/Genealogical_Web_Page_Links '''Websites''']
*[https://familysearch.org/wiki/en/A_Guide_to_Research '''Guide to Research''']
*[https://www.familysearch.org/help/helpcenter/learning-center '''Free On Line Courses''']
*[https://familysearch.org/wiki/en/Research_Forms '''Forms and Aids''']
*[https://familysearch.org/wiki/en/Solving_Tough_Research_Problems%E2%80%94Overcoming_Brick_Walls '''Research Problems Help''']
*[https://familysearch.org/wiki/en/What_to_bring_to_the_FamilySearch_Center '''What to Bring to the FSC''']


==== Databases and Software ====
==== Library Resources ====


:*'''[[FHC Portal]]''' This center has access to the Family History Center Portal page which gives free access in the center to premium family history software and websites that generally charge for subscriptions. ''(Note to FHC: Not all FHCs have access to this portal. If you do not, you will want to remove this entire bullet. If you do have access to it, just remove this text in italics.)''
'''Class/Training Rooms'''  


==== Patron Equipment Resources<br> ====
:'''FamilySearch Library-Main''' room with computers.


:*''2 Computers''  
:'''HP Group Room''' next to FamilySearch Library for Instruction.
:*''1 Copier/Printer/Scanner''<br>


==== '''Patron Software Resources'''<br> ====
==== Patron Equipment Resources  ====


<br>
'''We are a Computer Only FamilySearch Center. We do not order microfilms. All computers are on high speed internet.'''


This software is on our computers. This allows the patron to use with a flash drive, or for training or for evaluation. These programs are also compatible with FamilySearch Family Tree.
:*'''2''' Computers, and '''1''' Copier/Printer/Scanner


[http://www.ancquest.com/index.htm Ancestral Quest] - Ancestral Quest is the modern version of the old Personal Ancestral File (PAF). Ancestral Quest Basics is available for FREE download. The free basic version is a full genealogical program with some of the AQ special print &amp; web features turned off.
==== Patron Software Resources  ====


[http://www.rootsmagic.com/ Roots Magic] - Roots Magic has a basic version called Roots Magic Essentials and it is available as a FREE download.  
This software is on our computers. This allows the patron to use with a flash drive, or for training or for evaluation. These programs are also compatible with FamilySearch Family Tree.  


[http://www.legacyfamilytree.com/Index.asp Legacy ]- Legacy has a basic version called the Legacy Standard Edition and it is available as a FREE download.  
*[http://www.ancquest.com/index.htm '''Ancestral Quest'''] - Ancestral Quest is the modern version of the old Personal Ancestral File (PAF). Ancestral Quest Basics is available for FREE download. The free basic version is a full genealogical program with some of the AQ special print &amp; web features turned off.  


Personal Ancestral File (PAF) - FREE - multi-language versions available. While this program is no longer supported by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, it is still popular and robust. It can be down loaded from various locations on line. Care is needed to download the free product only and not other products.  
*[http://www.rootsmagic.com/ '''Roots Magic''']- Roots Magic has a basic version called Roots Magic Essentials and it is available as a FREE download.  


One down load location for PAF is here ([http://personal-ancestral-file.software.informer.com/5.2/ click here]) - There are other download locations, but use at your own risk.<br><br>
*[http://www.legacyfamilytree.com/Index.asp '''Legacy''']'''-''' Legacy has a basic version called the Legacy Standard Edition and it is available as a FREE download.  


==== Youth Program Assistance<br> ====
*Personal Ancestral File (PAF) - FREE - multi-language versions available. While this program is no longer supported by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, it is still popular and robust. It can be down loaded from various locations on line. Care is needed to download the free product only and not other products. <br>  


<br>
==== Youth Program Assistance  ====


[https://www.lds.org/youth/family-history?lang=eng Youth Family History Consultant Training]&nbsp;
[https://www.familysearch.org/blog/en/youth-connecting-generations/ '''Youth Connecting with Generations''']


[https://www.lds.org/young-women/personal-progress?lang=eng Young Women Personal Progress ]- You have a noble responsibility to use your strength and influence for good. Let us help you achieve your Personal Progress goals. Faith Value Project: Take a family history class at the Family History Center, and collect stories of your relatives or others who have demonstrated faith. You may also interview family members or others and record their names.<br> See also: [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Personal_Progress Personal Progress Award].
'''Remind the youth to bring with them for their hands-on visit:'''


[http://www.dutytogod.com/ Duty to God] - The LDS Duty to God Certificate Requirements:<br> Deacon - Family Activities:<br> 4. Keep a written record of your family history. Ask a parent or the ward family history consultant to help you prepare a 4-generation pedigree chart.<br> Priest - Family Activities:<br> 9. Submit the names of one of your ancestors for temple work or write a 500-word personal history.<br> See also: Duty to God Award.
*Their Church Account user name and password
*A filled-in pedigree chart OR the name, birth date and birthplace of an ancestor who was born before 1901.
*Paper and pencil/pen for taking notes of information found.<br>


'''BSA'''
The Duty to God Certificate Requirements (by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints):<br> Deacon - Family Activities:<br> 4. Keep a written record of your family history. Ask a parent or the ward temple and family history consultant to help you prepare a 4-generation pedigree chart.<br> Priest - Family Activities:<br> 9. Submit the names of one of your ancestors for temple work or write a 500-word personal history.<br> See also: Duty to God Award.


=== BSA  ===


[https://familysearch.org/wiki/en/Boy_Scout_Merit_Badge_in_Genealogy '''Boy Scout Merit Badge'''] in Genealogy - We can help you accomplish your BSA goals for this merit badge. <br>


[https://familysearch.org/learn/wiki/en/Boy_Scout_Merit_Badge_in_Genealogy Boy Scout Merit Badge ]in Genealogy - We can help you accomplish your BSA goals for this merit badge. <br>
:'''Requirements to be completed''' before coming to the library:


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*Contact a family member by telephone, e-mail or letter, and interview them about their life. Ask about events that have occurred and where they happened. Record the information you learn and bring this information to the workshop.
*Complete a pedigree chart. [http://misbach.org/download/pedigree_chart.pdf Click here for a .pdf fill-in pedigree chart]. The information can also be handwritten. List yourself and at least two additional generations. Bring this information to the workshop.
*Complete two family group sheets, one listing your parents and all of the children in your family, and another listing one of your parents and their siblings in a family group with your grandparents.[http://www.byub.org/ancestors/charts/pdf/familygroup1.pdf Click here for a .pdf fill-in family group sheet]. The information can also be handwritten. Bring this information to the workshop.
*Please also bring the name of an ancestor or relative who was alive in 1940.
*List 8 to ten important events in your life (time line) and bring the list to the workshop.
*Using your time line, write a short autobiography of your life and bring it to the workshop.


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:'''If Scouts complete the items above before coming to the library, and bring their documents with them, they will be able to complete the following requirements at the library, and have authorized personnel certify the completion of their merit badge requirements.'''


=== Center Services  ===
:'''Requirements to be completed''' at the library:


==== Staff Research Specialties  ====
*Define the terms "genealogy," "ancestor," and "descendant."
*Name three types of genealogical records and explain how they help you chart your family tree. Obtain one genealogical document that supports your family tree and evaluate this information.
*Contact a genealogical repository.
*Explain the effects of computers and the internet on genealogy. Explain how photography and microfilm have influenced genealogy.
*Discuss what you have learned about your family through your genealogical research. <br>


''(Include sections for any other services your center provides. Add additional sections for those services. See the [[Mesa Family History Center|Mesa]] and [[Logan Utah Family History Center|Logan]] FHC pages for examples.)''  
:[https://familysearch.org/wiki/en/Boy_Scout_Merit_Badge_in_Genealogy '''Genealogy Merit Badge Resources''']


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=== Resources in the Local Area ===


'''Resources in the Local Area'''
*[http://algensoc.org/ Alabama Genealogical Society]
*[http://www.bmsgh.org/ Birmingham Genealogical Group] (Meets 4th Saturday at Birmingham Central Library, 2-4pm)
*[http://www.bplonline.org/ Birmingham Central Library]: features extensive collection for Southern research
*[https://www.samford.edu/ Samford University]: Outstanding seminars for genealogists, is Repository for Alabama Baptist Church Records, large Ireland collection, many other records.


Alabama Genealogical Society


BAAGSG , Birmingham African American Genealogy Study Group, (Meets on 2nd Sunday, 3rd Floor of Linn-Henley Building at Birmingham Central Library)<br> Birmingham Genealogical Group (Meets 4th Saturday at Birmingham Central Library, 2-4pm)
'''<u>FamilySearch Centers</u>'''<br>  


Birmingham Central Library: features extensive collection for Southern research
Birmingham Alabama FamilySearch Center<br> (Largest FSC in Birmingham Stake)<br>2780 Altadena Road<br>Birmingham, AL 35243-4537<br>1 205-967-7279<br>


Samford University: Outstanding seminars for genealogists, Is Reposistory Alabama Baptist Church Records, large Ireland collection, many other records <br> Birmingham Southern University: Has Archives for Methodist ChurchResources in the Local Area
'''<u>Repositories with very large genealogical collections</u>'''


<br>
[https://familysearch.org/wiki/en/Library_of_Congress Library of Congress], Washington, DC, Local History and Genealogy Reading Room is part of the world's largest library including 50,000 genealogies, 100,000 local histories, and collections of manuscripts, microfilms, maps, newspapers, photographs, and published material, strong in North American, British Isles, and German sources.


<br>
[https://familysearch.org/wiki/en/National_Archives_and_Records_Administration National Archives], Washington DC, census, pre-WWI military service &amp; pensions, passenger lists, naturalizations, passports, federal bounty land, homesteads, bankruptcy, ethnic sources, prisons, and federal employees.


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[https://familysearch.org/wiki/en/Allen_County_Public_Library Allen County Public Library ](Indiana) home of the Periodical Source Index (PERSI), more than 350,000 printed books and 513,000 items of microfilm/fiche including family histories, censuses, city directories, passenger lists, military records, local histories, American Indians, African Americans, Canadian, British, &amp; German collections.


=== Links  ===
'''Training Resources'''<br>


<br>  
'''American Ancestors''' [http://www.americanancestors.org/online-seminars/ Online Seminars]<br>'''Ancestral Quest''' [http://www.ancquest.com/AQTutorials.htm Tutorials]<br>'''Ancestry.com''' -[http://www.ancestry.com/cs/us/videos Learning Center<br>]'''BYU Center for''' [https://familyhistory.byu.edu/Pages/Home.aspx Family History and Genealogy]<br>'''FamilySearch''' [https://www.familysearch.org/help/helpcenter/learning-center Learning Center]<br>'''FamilySearch''' [https://familysearch.org/wiki/en/Main_Page Wiki]<br>'''Granite Genealogy''' [http://granitegenealogytraining.blogspot.com/ Training]<br>'''Indexing '''[https://familysearch.org/wiki/en/Indexing_Project_Page Helps]<br>'''Latter-day Saint Ancestry '''[[Tracing Latter-day Saint Ancestors|Tracing Latter-day Saint Ancestors]]<br>'''Legacy Family Tree '''- [http://www.legacyfamilytree.com/Training.asp Training]


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'''RootsMagic '''[http://www.rootsmagic.com/Webinars/ Learning Center]<br>


*[http://www.archives.state.al.us/ Alabama Department of History and Archives]
=== Links  ===
 
*[http://algensoc.org/ Alabama Genealogical Society Website]
*[http://birminghamgenealogy.wordpress.com/category/african-american-genealogy/ Birmingham African American Genealogy Study Group]
*[http://birminghamgenealogy.wordpress.com/ Birmingham Genealogical Society Blog]
 
*[http://www.bcri.org/archives/index.html Birmingham Civil Rights Institute Archives]
 
*[http://nl.newsbank.com/nl-search/we/Archives/?p_action=keyword&s_search_type=keyword&p_product=NewsLibrary&p_theme=newslibrary2&d_sources=location&d_place=BI&p_nbid=& Birmingham News Archives (1993-Present)]
 
*[http://nl.newsbank.com/nl-search/we/Archives/?p_action=keyword&s_search_type=keyword&p_product=NewsLibrary&p_theme=newslibrary2&d_sources=location&d_place=NJNG&p_nbid=& North Jefferson News (2007-Present)]
 
*[http://www4.samford.edu/schools/ighr/ Samford Genealogy Website]
*[http://www.wallacestate.edu/Library/Genealogy/index Wallace State Genealogy Website ]


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*[https://www.archives.alabama.gov/ '''Alabama Department of History and Archives''']
*[http://algensoc.org/ '''Alabama Genealogical Society Website''']
*[http://billiongraves.com/ '''Billion Graves''']
*[http://birminghamgenealogy.wordpress.com/ '''Birmingham Genealogical Society Blog''']
*[http://www.bcri.org/archives/index.html '''Birmingham Civil Rights Institute Archives''']
*[http://nl.newsbank.com/nl-search/we/Archives/?p_action=keyword&s_search_type=keyword&p_product=NewsLibrary&p_theme=newslibrary2&d_sources=location&d_place=BI&p_nbid=& '''Birmingham News Archives (1993-Present)''']
*[http://www.cyndislist.com/us/al '''Cindi's List for AL''']
*[http://www.findagrave.com/ '''Find a Grave''']
*[http://publicrecords.onlinesearches.com/Alabama.htm '''Free Public Records Directory''']
*[http://www.interment.net/ '''Interment.com''']
*[http://nl.newsbank.com/nl-search/we/Archives/?p_action=keyword&s_search_type=keyword&p_product=NewsLibrary&p_theme=newslibrary2&d_sources=location&d_place=NJNG&p_nbid=& '''North Jefferson News (2007-Present)''']
*[http://www.rootsweb.com/ '''Rootsweb''']
*[http://www4.samford.edu/schools/ighr/ '''Samford Genealogy Website''']
*[http://www.usgenweb.org/ '''USGenWeb''']
*[http://www.wallacestate.edu/Library/Genealogy/index '''Wallace State Genealogy Website''']


=== Volunteer at the Center  ===
=== Volunteer at the Center  ===


''(Include information here about the volunteers you are looking for.)''
'''We welcome volunteers from the community to help serve in the FamilySearch Center.  It's a great way to help others and to learn by doing.  You need not be an expert.  Ability to use a computer and willingness to become familiar with the FamilySearch website and resources are key.  Contact the Stake TFH Consultant - Center at: [Mailto:al_gardendale@familyhistorymail.org al_gardendale@familyhistorymail.org].

Latest revision as of 14:38, 16 October 2023

FamilySearch This article describes the services and resources available at a FamilySearch Center, a branch facility of the FamilySearch Library.


Gardendale Alabama FamilySearch Center

The Gardendale FamilySearch Center welcomes you, and we look forward to assisting you with your genealogical research. We provide access to digitized records, and genealogical websites. Our all-volunteer staff is ready to answer questions about the resources available in the FSC and give limited research guidance. There is no charge for using the facility.

We don’t do your genealogy for you but will gladly assist in answering your questions and provide any needed instruction such as how to download pictures, stories, documents, how to add resources from Ancestry and other sites to Family Search., Teach you about new features and new programs.

Family History Consultant-Bro. Rick Williams


Gardendale FSC

Center Contacts and Hours

  • Address: 1923 Mt Olive Blvd Gardendale, AL 35071
  • Phone: 205-607-7368

Open Hours:

  • Open by Appointment Only.
  • For Appt - Call:
  • Eveyn Baldwin - Family History Consultant 205-607-7368 - New Member Family History, Basic and Intermediate Family History, and Irish Family History.
  • Rick Williams - Family History Consultant 205-223-8041 - Family Search, Ancestry, Roots Magic, and Google Advanced Researcher.

Holiday Schedule:

We occasionally Close due to Inclement Weather or Illness. Closed All Major Holidays. Closed Thanksgiving week. Closed last two weeks in December for Christmas and New Year. Closed on Saturday and Sunday for April and October for General Conference.

Using FamilySearch Center

Supervision

  • Adults accompanying youth groups should prepare to actively participate with their youth.
  • Local family history consultants are an excellent resource to bring with your group and will provide continuity after your visit.

Printing

  • Copies of any documents found during your visit can be printed at the Center . (B/W 8"x11").
  • Documents could also be scanned and saved to your flash drive.

Guidelines for a Successful and Rewarding Visit

  • Please DO NOT bring food or drink to the Center.
  • Church Account Registration: For groups with members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, each member needs an FS Church Account BEFORE coming to the Center. Log in to https://id.churchofjesuschrist.org/ or another church account site to test that username and password are working. Members who don't have a current account must register for one prior to the visit. Go to https://id.churchofjesuschrist.org/, click on the Register for an Church Account button on the right side of the screen, enter the necessary information (includes their church membership number and birth date).
  • Personal Family History Information: Except for Indexing visits, please have everyone bring a personal Pedigree Chart with as much family information as possible.
  • Specific Goal or Objective to Accomplish: Each group should have an idea or goal, before they arrive, of what they would like to accomplish during the visit to our Center.
  • Patrons may bring their personal computers for note taking or entering information into personal genealogical programs. Wireless Internet access is available.
  • Patrons may bring memory sticks to download information or copies.

Center Resources

Collections

FamilySearch Catalog:
Book Collection: --

Databases and Software

  • FamilySearch Center Portal This center has access to the FamilySearch Center Portal page which gives free access in the center to premium family history software and websites that generally charge for subscriptions.
Research Data: Contains indexed, searchable information on over 4 million soldiers and thousands of battles, together with 15,000 photographs. ◦Letters and Diaries: Contains approximately 100,000 indexed pages of diaries, letters, and memoirs, including 4,000 pages of previously unpublished manuscripts, such as the letters of Amos Wood and his wife and the diary of Maryland planter William Claytor. Images, Photographs, Posters, and Ephemera: Provides a vivid history of the American Civil War with over 1,400 images.
  • Access Newspaper Archives - NewspaperArchive.com is the world's largest online newspaper archive. Featuring billions of articles from historical newspapers around the U.S. and the world, NewspaperARCHIVE makes exploring history and genealogy easy and fun. Discover fascinating news in archived newspapers hundreds of years old—including obituaries, birth announcements, sports articles, comics, and more—to fill in the life stories you are interested in. And share those stories with others through our community at Our NewspaperARCHIVE. All of our historical newspapers are full-page and fully searchable. Try exploring above, and discover your history today!
  • Ancestry Institutional version – Ancestry gives you access to thousands of collections of records from around the world, including immigration, census, voter, vital, and military records; newspapers and periodicals; family trees; photos and images; directories, maps, court, land, wills and financial records, stories, memories, and histories; and detailed records about births, marriages, deaths, land ownership, and much more. It is the largest for-profit genealogy company in the world.
  • Arkivdigital – is the largest private provider of Swedish Church Records and other historical records online! All images are newly photographed color images of the original documents.
  • Findmypast – makes it easy to research your UK ancestry and create your family tree. Search census records and trace births, marriages, and deaths to bring your family history to life.
1911 British Census (accessed through the Findmypast website) – The 1911 UK Census is a record of everyone who lived in England and Wales in 1911. It provides a unique snapshot of the lives of those who lived at that time. Note: Some parts of Findmypast access may be limited due to negotiations (23 Oct 2013).
  • Fold3 (formerly Footnote.com) – Search or browse millions of historical documents and photos. Fold3 has refocused their efforts on gathering the best online collection of military records and stories. The Fold3 name reflects military history and honor, since traditionally, the third fold in a flag-folding ceremony honors and remembers veterans for their sacrifice in defending their country and promoting peace in the world.
  • Genline - English parish records, directories, census, civil registration, surname mapping, and selected army and navy lists.
  • Godfrey Library The Godfrey Library’s collection consists of over 200,000 books and periodicals including biographies, genealogies, state and local histories, city directories, cemetery and funeral records, church records military histories, newspapers and family bibles. The capstone of our collection is the American Genealogical Biographical Index (AGBI), an index of more than 4 million names from the more than 800 books in our original collection and the Boston Transcript genealogy query column.
The majority of the library’s material is focused on New England families and history, but there are a great deal of books and periodicals relevant to those researching other states as well as internationally.
  • Heritage Quest Online Heritage Quest Online database is a collection of material for both genealogical and historical researchers, with coverage dating back to the late 1700s. Researchers can use HeritageQuest Online to find their ancestors, trace their paths across America, and learn what life was like in the areas where they settled. Searches include:
  • Census: Find ancestors in the complete set of U.S. federal census images from 1790 to 1930, including name indexes for many years.
Books: Find information on people and places described in over 24,000 family and local histories.
PERSI Periodical Source Index™: Find information about people and places from this index of over 2 million genealogy and local history articles, updated annually.
Revolutionary War: Search selected records from the Revolutionary War Era Pension and Bounty-Land Warrant Application Files.
Freedman’s Bank: Search for individuals in Freedman’s Bank (1865-1874), which was founded to serve African Americans. Includes a name index and images for bank depositors and their dependents and heirs.
U.S. Serial Set: Search the Memorials, Petitions, and Private Relief Actions of the U.S. Congress in the LexisNexis® U.S. Serial Set.
  • Historic Map Works™ Historic Map Works™ Library Edition is one of the most extensive digital map collections available, with over 470,000 high-resolution, full color historic and antique maps. The core of the collection consists of cadastral (property and land ownership) maps illustrating the geographic and development history of the United States and also includes illustrations, city directories, and more. This unique content allows genealogists, historians, and academic researchers to track the "residential genealogy" of families and locations.
  • MyHeritage Used by millions of people worldwide to help research family history, build a family tree, add and enhance photos, historical records, and more.
  • Origins Features comprehensive and exclusive British and Irish record collections dating back to the 13th century, as well as rare and unique photos and books to browse.
  • Paper-Trail Provides access to 19th-century westward American migration documents.

Learning Resources

Library Resources

Class/Training Rooms

FamilySearch Library-Main room with computers.
HP Group Room next to FamilySearch Library for Instruction.

Patron Equipment Resources

We are a Computer Only FamilySearch Center. We do not order microfilms. All computers are on high speed internet.

  • 2 Computers, and 1 Copier/Printer/Scanner

Patron Software Resources

This software is on our computers. This allows the patron to use with a flash drive, or for training or for evaluation. These programs are also compatible with FamilySearch Family Tree.

  • Ancestral Quest - Ancestral Quest is the modern version of the old Personal Ancestral File (PAF). Ancestral Quest Basics is available for FREE download. The free basic version is a full genealogical program with some of the AQ special print & web features turned off.
  • Roots Magic- Roots Magic has a basic version called Roots Magic Essentials and it is available as a FREE download.
  • Legacy- Legacy has a basic version called the Legacy Standard Edition and it is available as a FREE download.
  • Personal Ancestral File (PAF) - FREE - multi-language versions available. While this program is no longer supported by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, it is still popular and robust. It can be down loaded from various locations on line. Care is needed to download the free product only and not other products.

Youth Program Assistance

Youth Connecting with Generations

Remind the youth to bring with them for their hands-on visit:

  • Their Church Account user name and password
  • A filled-in pedigree chart OR the name, birth date and birthplace of an ancestor who was born before 1901.
  • Paper and pencil/pen for taking notes of information found.

The Duty to God Certificate Requirements (by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints):
Deacon - Family Activities:
4. Keep a written record of your family history. Ask a parent or the ward temple and family history consultant to help you prepare a 4-generation pedigree chart.
Priest - Family Activities:
9. Submit the names of one of your ancestors for temple work or write a 500-word personal history.
See also: Duty to God Award.

BSA

Boy Scout Merit Badge in Genealogy - We can help you accomplish your BSA goals for this merit badge.

Requirements to be completed before coming to the library:
  • Contact a family member by telephone, e-mail or letter, and interview them about their life. Ask about events that have occurred and where they happened. Record the information you learn and bring this information to the workshop.
  • Complete a pedigree chart. Click here for a .pdf fill-in pedigree chart. The information can also be handwritten. List yourself and at least two additional generations. Bring this information to the workshop.
  • Complete two family group sheets, one listing your parents and all of the children in your family, and another listing one of your parents and their siblings in a family group with your grandparents.Click here for a .pdf fill-in family group sheet. The information can also be handwritten. Bring this information to the workshop.
  • Please also bring the name of an ancestor or relative who was alive in 1940.
  • List 8 to ten important events in your life (time line) and bring the list to the workshop.
  • Using your time line, write a short autobiography of your life and bring it to the workshop.
If Scouts complete the items above before coming to the library, and bring their documents with them, they will be able to complete the following requirements at the library, and have authorized personnel certify the completion of their merit badge requirements.
Requirements to be completed at the library:
  • Define the terms "genealogy," "ancestor," and "descendant."
  • Name three types of genealogical records and explain how they help you chart your family tree. Obtain one genealogical document that supports your family tree and evaluate this information.
  • Contact a genealogical repository.
  • Explain the effects of computers and the internet on genealogy. Explain how photography and microfilm have influenced genealogy.
  • Discuss what you have learned about your family through your genealogical research.
Genealogy Merit Badge Resources

Resources in the Local Area


FamilySearch Centers

Birmingham Alabama FamilySearch Center
(Largest FSC in Birmingham Stake)
2780 Altadena Road
Birmingham, AL 35243-4537
1 205-967-7279

Repositories with very large genealogical collections

Library of Congress, Washington, DC, Local History and Genealogy Reading Room is part of the world's largest library including 50,000 genealogies, 100,000 local histories, and collections of manuscripts, microfilms, maps, newspapers, photographs, and published material, strong in North American, British Isles, and German sources.

National Archives, Washington DC, census, pre-WWI military service & pensions, passenger lists, naturalizations, passports, federal bounty land, homesteads, bankruptcy, ethnic sources, prisons, and federal employees.

Allen County Public Library (Indiana) home of the Periodical Source Index (PERSI), more than 350,000 printed books and 513,000 items of microfilm/fiche including family histories, censuses, city directories, passenger lists, military records, local histories, American Indians, African Americans, Canadian, British, & German collections.

Training Resources

American Ancestors Online Seminars
Ancestral Quest Tutorials
Ancestry.com -Learning Center
BYU Center for Family History and Genealogy
FamilySearch Learning Center
FamilySearch Wiki
Granite Genealogy Training
Indexing Helps
Latter-day Saint Ancestry Tracing Latter-day Saint Ancestors
Legacy Family Tree - Training

RootsMagic Learning Center

Links

Volunteer at the Center

We welcome volunteers from the community to help serve in the FamilySearch Center. It's a great way to help others and to learn by doing. You need not be an expert. Ability to use a computer and willingness to become familiar with the FamilySearch website and resources are key. Contact the Stake TFH Consultant - Center at: al_gardendale@familyhistorymail.org.

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