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Available Group Activities

At the Ogden FamilySearch Center, we have varied experiences for different groups. In general, we suggest the following:
Ages 7-11 Children's activity
Ages 12 + Discovery and/or classroom instruction
The descriptions below will help you decide which activities best fit the needs of your group. Please read carefully in order to ensure a positive experience.

Click on the button(s) below to request a group reservation for the following areas:

Discovery Center

• The Discovery Area is one of the Center’s most popular activities. Twelve large interactive screens will help you discover more about your ancestors.
  
• The Discovery Area includes 18 stations and 3 recording booths.
  
• This experience is designed for adults and youth age 11 and older.
  
• The Discovery experience is available, by appointment, every day we are open. This activity typically lasts about 45-50 minutes.
  
• If your group is larger than 18, please call the Center at 801.626.1132 to discuss options before scheduling.
  
  

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The Discovery Center

Children's Groups

• This activity is for children 7-11. They will learn what family history is all about.
  
• CHILDREN DO NOT NEED OR USE FAMILYSEARCH ACCOUNTS FOR THIS ACTIVITY.
  
• Appointments are available on Monday and Friday between 10:00 A.M. and 4:00 P.M., and Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays 10:00 A.M. to 7 P.M.
• Reservations are required at least 1 week in advance.
  
• We ask that there be one adult for every three children and that the adults participate with the group the entire time.
  
  

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Children's Groups

NEW Activity! Mystery Escape Room - Mystery on the Mississippi

We are excited to welcome you to our Mystery Escape Room!

• Our Mystery on the Mississippi Escape Room will take you and your group through an interactive adventure using videos, puzzles, and clues to help you on your way.
  
• The Escape Room activity is designed where groups work together to solve various problems related to family history, by using the props and clues provided in the room. (Most groups can finish the activity within 1 hour.)
  
• This is the story of a Mississippi fisherman who lived and died on the river. Our exciting escape room features details of his personal life, career as a fisherman, and even his involvement in major historical events such as the American Civil War. The puzzles and clues will not only test your problem-solving skills to unlock the mystery of his life, but also provide an educational experience unlike any other!
  
• The activity is available by appointment for all youth and adult groups. Families are also invited, but children under the age of 11 will probably not find it very interesting. We have found that the optimal group size is 8-10 people. (Due to space limitations, groups larger than 12 should schedule separate appointments so that each group has a great experience.)
  
• There are some historical records that are written in cursive, therefore, youth groups will need an adult or two to assist them.
  
• Special events may possibly (depending on availability) be scheduled by calling us at (801)626-1132.
  
• Escape Room reservations are available by clicking on the green button below. *This summer we have opened up reservations every day, except Saturdays.
  
• Groups are welcome to bring a snack reward for successfully completing this activity. (The snack area requires a separate reservation.)
  
• To reserve our snack area for your group, please call the Center Help Desk to check availability.
  
  

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Escape Room Experience-Mystery on the Mississippi

Large Classroom

• The Ogden FamilySearch Center Large classroom has 36 computers and 2 large viewing screens at the front of the room. Groups can facilitate their own family history instruction or the Center will provide instruction upon request.

Family history training could include any of the following:

• FamilySearch overview
• Hands-on FamilySearch scavenger hunt
• Indexing or standardization
• Other requested family history topics
• When you make your reservation, please include what family history topic you would like to learn, number of guests in the group, and whether or not you will need assistance.
• Important information to prepare for your visit:
• Each participant should already have a FamilySearch account. Check the User ID and password of all participants to ensure they are working prior to your visit.
• Click here FamilySearch to connect to FamilySearch

  • The best experience happens when guests are connected to at least four generations in their FamilySearch tree.

• Parents/leaders are expected to be engaged with and supervise their group to prevent abuse of the equipment and inappropriate use of computers.
• If you're planning a class for something other than indexing, please make sure everyone has four generations in their family tree.
• Reservations must be made by calling the Center Help Desk during business hours at 801.626.1132.

Small Classroom

• The Ogden FamilySearch Center Small classroom has 24 computers and 1 large viewing screen at the front of the room. Groups can facilitate their own family history instruction or the Center will provide instruction upon request.

Family history training could include any of the following:

• FamilySearch overview
• Hands-on FamilySearch scavenger hunt
• Indexing or standardization
• Other requested family history topics
• When you make your reservation, please include what family history topic you would like to learn, number of guests in the group, and whether or not you will need assistance.
• Important information to prepare for your visit:
• Each participant should already have a FamilySearch account. Check the User ID and password of all participants to ensure they are working prior to your visit.
• Click here FamilySearch to connect to FamilySearch

  • The best experience happens when guests are connected to at least four generations in their FamilySearch tree.

• Parents/leaders are expected to be engaged with and supervise their group to prevent abuse of the equipment and inappropriate use of computers.
• If you're planning a class for something other than indexing, please make sure everyone has four generations in their family tree.
• Reservations must be made by calling the Center Help Desk during business hours at 801.626.1132.

Snack Area

• If your group wishes to use the Snack Area, you will need a reservation to ensure availability.
• Reservations can be made by calling the Center Help Desk during business hours at 801.626.1132.
• The Snack Area includes the use of a refrigerator and microwave.
• No food or paper products will be provided by the Center.
• Leaders must ensure that no food or drink leaves the Snack area.
• We ask that the Snack area be thoroughly cleaned after the group activity so that other groups can enjoy these facilities.
  

Group Tours of our Center

• Explore the Ogden FamilySearch Center on a personalized, guided tour.
• Tours are about 30 minutes long.
• To have a more personal experience, all participants should have a FamilySearch account and should bring their username and password with them. Click here to create a FamilySearch account.
  
• For 1-3 individuals, no reservation is needed. Just come anytime during our scheduled hours.
  
• For larger groups (church, family, neighbor, school, etc.), please call the Center at 801.626.1132 to schedule a tour.