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''(Add a brief paragraph about your center here and the area it serves. Information in italics below is guidance for you and should be deleted as you fill out the page. Remove italics from other text by selecting the text and clicking the "I" | ''(Add a brief paragraph about your center here and the area it serves. Information in italics below is guidance for you and should be deleted as you fill out the page. Remove italics from other text by selecting the text and clicking the "I" box in the Toolbar above.)''<br> | ||
=== Center Contacts and Hours === | === Center Contacts and Hours === | ||
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'''E-mail:''' | '''E-mail:''' | ||
*MA_Worcester@ | *MA_Worcester@familyhistorymail.org | ||
'''Open Hours:''' | '''Open Hours:''' | ||
*This | *This FamilySearch Center is a computer only facitility and operating hours are by appointment only. Appointments can be made through the email address listed above. | ||
*The microfilm, and hard-copy research capabilities of this center were transferred to the Worcester Public Library in 2013. | *The microfilm, and hard-copy research capabilities of this center were transferred to the Worcester Public Library in 2013. | ||
**For film-research/ordering in the Worcester area, contact the '''Worcester Public Library''': 3 Salem Square, Worcester, Ma 01608 (508 799 1655) | |||
For film-research/ordering in the Worcester area, contact the Worcester Public Library: 3 Salem Square, Worcester, Ma 01608 (508 799 1655) | |||
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==== Collections ==== | ==== Collections ==== | ||
:*[https://www.familysearch.org/ | :*[https://www.familysearch.org/search/catalog '''FamilySearch Catalog:'''] This center does not have microfilm/fiche reading capability. That functionality was transferred to the Worcester Public Library (see the address listed above). | ||
==== 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 ==== | ||
:* | :*2 personal computers, 1 printer/scanner/copier, Internet access. | ||
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==== Staff Research Specialties ==== | ==== Staff Research Specialties ==== | ||
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=== Links === | === Links === | ||
'' | *[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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Latest revision as of 17:09, 20 March 2024
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This article describes the services and resources available at a FamilySearch Center, a branch facility of the FamilySearch Library. |
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Center Contacts and Hours
Location Map:
Address:
- 67 Chester St Worcester MA 01605 United States
- Language:English
E-mail:
- MA_Worcester@familyhistorymail.org
Open Hours:
- This FamilySearch Center is a computer only facitility and operating hours are by appointment only. Appointments can be made through the email address listed above.
- The microfilm, and hard-copy research capabilities of this center were transferred to the Worcester Public Library in 2013.
- For film-research/ordering in the Worcester area, contact the Worcester Public Library: 3 Salem Square, Worcester, Ma 01608 (508 799 1655)
Calendar and Events
Upcoming Events
Class Schedule
Staff Training Meetings
Center Resources
Collections
- FamilySearch Catalog: This center does not have microfilm/fiche reading capability. That functionality was transferred to the Worcester Public Library (see the address listed above).
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
- 2 personal computers, 1 printer/scanner/copier, Internet access.
Center Services
Staff Research Specialties
Resources in the Local Area
(This section is to highlight other resources in your area that will be helpful for individuals doing research there in your location, if there are any, such as government offices, historical societies, etc.)
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
(Include information here about the volunteers you are looking for.)