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The Guam | The Guam FSC serves the U.S. Territory of Guam in Micronesia. Our population includes high percents of immigrants from islands throughout Micronesia, the Philippine Islands, Korea, Japan, and other areas of Asia. The history of the island has long-time ties to Spain and the U.S. We have materials available in many languages in addition to English, and have become experienced in the unique challenges of family history research in this part of the world.<br> [[Image:Guam flag.png|right|250px|Guam flag.png]][[Image:Guam map.png|right|650px|Guam map.png]] | ||
=== Center Contacts and Hours === | === Center Contacts and Hours === | ||
'''Location & | '''Location & Map:''' | ||
#'' | #''1088 Marine Corps Drive | ||
#'' | Dededo, 96929 Guam'' | ||
#''Link to map: ''[https://www.google.com/maps/dir//13.541714,144.890109/@13.5415846,144.8191511,12z/data=!3m1!4b1]'' | |||
'''Phone: 671-487-7098''' | '''Phone: 671-487-7098''' | ||
'''E-mail:''' | '''E-mail:'''tamiburton671@gmail.com<br> | ||
'''Open Hours: | '''Open Hours: Thursday evenings, 6:30--8 PM, other times by appointment''' | ||
'''Holiday Schedule: | '''Holiday Schedule: closed on major holidays''' | ||
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==== Collections ==== | ==== Collections ==== | ||
:*''We have resources unique to Family History research in Micronesia. Many are not available online. In addition to our own resoures, we also assist patrons in accessing valuable information available at University of Guam's Micronesia Area Research Center (MARC). '' | |||
:*''We have resources unique to Family History research in Micronesia. | |||
==== Databases and Software ==== | ==== 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. | ||
==== Hardware and Equipment ==== | ==== Hardware and Equipment ==== | ||
:*The Guam | :*The Guam FSC is well-equiped with 7 computers, a digital micro-film reader, a scanner, professional quality printer, wifi... | ||
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==== Staff Research Specialties ==== | ==== Staff Research Specialties ==== | ||
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=== Resources in the Local Area === | === Resources in the Local Area === | ||
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=== Links === | === Links === | ||
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*[https://www.familysearch.org/help/helpcenter/lessons/using-the-familysearch-research-wiki-introduction '''Using the FamilySearch Research Wiki''']: A comprehensive video presentation explaining the Wiki, navigating it, and some especially useful pages. Case studies demonstrate using the Wiki for genealogical research. Editing and adding articles to the Wiki are covered. | |||
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=== Volunteer at the Center === | === Volunteer at the Center === | ||
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Latest revision as of 14:37, 16 October 2023
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This article describes the services and resources available at a FamilySearch Center, a branch facility of the FamilySearch Library. |
The Guam FSC serves the U.S. Territory of Guam in Micronesia. Our population includes high percents of immigrants from islands throughout Micronesia, the Philippine Islands, Korea, Japan, and other areas of Asia. The history of the island has long-time ties to Spain and the U.S. We have materials available in many languages in addition to English, and have become experienced in the unique challenges of family history research in this part of the world.
Center Contacts and Hours
Location & Map:
- 1088 Marine Corps Drive
Dededo, 96929 Guam
- Link to map: [1]
Phone: 671-487-7098
E-mail:tamiburton671@gmail.com
Open Hours: Thursday evenings, 6:30--8 PM, other times by appointment
Holiday Schedule: closed on major holidays
Calendar and Events
Upcoming Events
Class Schedule
Staff Training Meetings
Center Resources
Collections
- We have resources unique to Family History research in Micronesia. Many are not available online. In addition to our own resoures, we also assist patrons in accessing valuable information available at University of Guam's Micronesia Area Research Center (MARC).
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.
Hardware and Equipment
- The Guam FSC is well-equiped with 7 computers, a digital micro-film reader, a scanner, professional quality printer, wifi...
Center Services
Staff Research Specialties
Resources in the Local Area
Links
- Using the FamilySearch Research Wiki: A comprehensive video presentation explaining the Wiki, navigating it, and some especially useful pages. Case studies demonstrate using the Wiki for genealogical research. Editing and adding articles to the Wiki are covered.
Volunteer at the Center