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{{FHCpage|location=Utah}}We’re Here to Help. Experienced genealogists can help you with your research, and it’s available to you free of charge! Research consultants and volunteers can help you by suggesting sources for you to search, answering basic questions such as how to get started, where a town is located, and what records are available for a locality and how to use them.
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=== Center Contacts and Hours  ===


'''Location & Map:'''


'''Address:''' 480 West 500 North, Vernal, Utah 84078
'''We’re Here to Help.''' Experienced genealogists can help you with your research, and it’s available to you free of charge!  Research consultants and volunteers can help you by suggesting sources for you to search, answering basic questions such as how to get started, where a town is located, and what records are available for a locality and how to use them.


*[http://maps.google.com/maps?q=480+West+500+North,+Vernal,+Utah+84078&hl=en&ll=40.462915,-109.537897&spn=0.022039,0.039697&sll=37.0625,-95.677068&sspn=46.677964,81.298828&vpsrc=6&hnear=480+W+500+N,+Vernal,+Utah+84078&t=m&z=15 Location on Map]
'''NEW''': We have recently added an interactive Discovery Experience and a small recording studio for recording interviews.  


'''Phone:''' 435-789-3618
[[Image:Utahvernalfhc.jpg|600px|Utahvernalfhc.jpg]]


'''E-mail:''' [mailto:vernalfhc.org vernalfhc.org]
===Center Contacts and Hours===


'''Open Hours:'''  
'''Location Map:'''  


*'''Monday:''' 9am - 5pm
:*[http://maps.google.com/maps?q=480+West+500+North,+Vernal,+Utah+84078&hl=en&ll=40.462915,-109.537897&spn=0.022039,0.039697&sll=37.0625,-95.677068&sspn=46.677964,81.298828&vpsrc=6&hnear=480+W+500+N,+Vernal,+Utah+84078&t=m&z=15 Location on Map]
*'''Tuesday thru Thursday:''' 9 am - 9pm
:*480 West 500 North   
*'''Friday:''' Closed
:*Vernal, Utah 84078 United States
*'''Saturday:''' 9am - 1pm


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'''Phone:''' 435-789-3618


=== Calendar and Events  ===
'''E-mail:'''[mailto:UT_Vernal@familyhistorymail.org UT_Vernal@familyhistorymail.org]


==== Upcoming Events ====
Stake Temple and Family History Consultants --FamilySearch Center Vernal, Utah  


==== April Class Schedule ====
'''Directors''': Ted and Shirley Powell


 
'''Open Hours:'''


April 11&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; * Youth Genealogy&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;6:00pm<br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; * 5 Minute Genealogy 7:00pm
:*'''Monday:''' &nbsp;&nbsp; Closed
:*'''Tuesday: &nbsp;&nbsp;''' 10 am. - 7:00 pm
:*'''Wednesday:''' 10 am - 7:00 pm
:*'''Thursday: &nbsp; '''10 am - 7:00 pm
:*'''Friday through Sunday: Open by appointment only.'''  (Contact your Stake Family History Coordinator or Consultant)


April 12&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;* New Search System in FHL<br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Edition of Ancestry.com&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 10:00am<br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; * Leccion 2: Registros&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp; Parraquiales&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 2:00pm<br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;* Fun with Ancestry.com&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp; 7:00pm
'''Holiday Schedule:''' We are closed at the same time as the temple closes, 2 weeks biannually for cleaning.


April 14th&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; * Beginning Ancestral Quest&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;10:00am<br><br>April 16&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; * Beginning Census &amp; Record<br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Keeping&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 2:00pm
:We will be closed for major holidays and Christmas vacation.
:Thanksgiving 2024
:Christmas 2023
:*'''We occasionally close unexpectedly because of inclement weather or illness.'''
:*'''Please call for information about unexpected alterations to our normal operation hours.'''


April 17&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; * Youth Genealogy&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 6:00pm<br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;* Descendancy Research&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 7:30pm
'''COVID-19:'''  If you are sick, please get well before you visit.  Masks or social distancing recommended. 
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April 18&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; * Youth Genealogy&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;6:00pm<br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;* Descendancy Research&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 7:30pm <br><br>April 19&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;* Beginning Ancestral Quest&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;2:00pm<br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; * Leccion 3: Registro Civil&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 2:00pm
===Calendar and Events===


April 21&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; * Finding Your Ancestors&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 11:00am
====Staff Training Meetings====


<br>April 23&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; * Family Search Tips&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 10:00am<br><br>April 24&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;* Youth Genealogy&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 6:00pm<br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; * Beginning Ancestral Quest&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 2:00pm
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April 25&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; * Youth Genealogy&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 6:00pm<br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; * Digitizing &amp; Scanning Photos etc. &nbsp;7:30pm
===Center Resources===


April 26&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;* Thinking Creatively about&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Research Problems&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;10:00am<br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; * Fun with Ancestry.com&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 7:00pm
====Collections====


April 28&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; * Beginning Ancestral Quest&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;10:00am
:*We have a nice selection of hundreds of genealogical books and family histories available for use at the Center.


April 30&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; * Beginning PAF 5.2&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 10:00am&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; * Beginning Census and<br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Record Keeping&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 2:00pm<br><br>Please call and register for classes @ 435-789-3618<br>(We would like to know the number attending so handouts can be prepared. <br>
====Databases and Software====


==== Staff Training Meetings  ====
:*'''[[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.


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====Hardware and Equipment====


=== Center Resources  ===
:*We have a class room with 8 computers.&nbsp; We have 3 Epson Photo Scanners; some can scan slides and negatives as well as make stills photos from 8mm film.&nbsp; We have 12 computers with extensive genealogical software and access to premium databases to help with research. We have a film digitizer for 8mm and Super 8mm Film.&nbsp;We have an Audio visual recording room to record interviews, family stories, personal histories and much more, you can choose to share the audio through your genealogy family tree and have the video sent to your email. There is a play area for children with two computers setup so the parents can keep an eye on their children while working on their family history.


==== Collections  ====
===Center Services===


:*[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.
====Staff Research Specialties====
:*''(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.)''


==== Databases and Software  ====
Most of our staff members are ward temple and family history consultants. If your are a ward temple and family history consultant, please come in for training and volunteer to serve at the Center for a 3-4 hour shift each week or when you can.


:*[http://fhc.familysearch.org/ '''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.)''
We have staff members who are experienced in Spanish, Irish, Scottish, Nordic, Dutch and British research, as well as using FamilySearch and other databases, and adding media to the FS Family Tree.  
 
==== Hardware and Equipment  ====
 
:*''(Include the resources you have to help individuals do their research - computers, microfilm readers, printers, etc. )''


Nine staff members of the Vernal FamilySearch Center have completed the certification to help answer e-mails sent to FamilySearch.org by patrons around the world who are researching their ancestors. This course was offered by the Global Training Delivery Department of the Church.
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=== Center Services  ===
===Resources in the Local Area===
 
The [https://uintahhistory.org/ Regional History Center] is located in Vernal, Utah at 152 East 100 North, first floor (northeast corner of building). '''Hours:''' Monday thru Friday 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. or by appointment.
==== Staff Research Specialties  ====
 
''(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.)''  
 
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=== Resources in the Local Area<br> ===
===Links===
[https://FamilySearch.org FamilySearch.org]


''(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.)''
*[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.
 
*'''[[FamilySearch Library Classes and Webinars]]:'''  They are continually offering FREE classes, and most are available as webinars, which means you can watch it online.  Eventually they are posted as videos.  Scroll down the page to find YOUR areas of interest.
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<div id="fsButtons"><span class="online_records_button">[[Online Genealogy Records by Location]]</span></div><br>


=== Links  ===
Other useful resources


''(Include links to other websites of interest to those who visit your center such as links to the city, county and state wiki pages where your center is located.)''
'''[[Webinars and Online Classes from outside FamilySearch]]:'''  Includes most of the major databases, as well as professional societies (general and for specific locations) and the BYU Family History Library (has GREAT free videos on YouTube!),


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


''(Include information here about the volunteers you are looking for.)''
We like the marines, can always use a few good men or women.&nbsp; We have a staff of 70+ and welcome anyone who would like to serve in our center to come in and fill out a volunteer information sheet that tells of your skills and time availability.&nbsp; We will match your skills and availability with our needs.&nbsp;

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We’re Here to Help. Experienced genealogists can help you with your research, and it’s available to you free of charge! Research consultants and volunteers can help you by suggesting sources for you to search, answering basic questions such as how to get started, where a town is located, and what records are available for a locality and how to use them.

NEW: We have recently added an interactive Discovery Experience and a small recording studio for recording interviews.

Utahvernalfhc.jpg

Center Contacts and Hours

Location Map:

Phone: 435-789-3618

E-mail:UT_Vernal@familyhistorymail.org

Stake Temple and Family History Consultants --FamilySearch Center Vernal, Utah

Directors: Ted and Shirley Powell

Open Hours:

  • Monday:    Closed
  • Tuesday:    10 am. - 7:00 pm
  • Wednesday: 10 am - 7:00 pm
  • Thursday:   10 am - 7:00 pm
  • Friday through Sunday: Open by appointment only. (Contact your Stake Family History Coordinator or Consultant)

Holiday Schedule: We are closed at the same time as the temple closes, 2 weeks biannually for cleaning.

We will be closed for major holidays and Christmas vacation.
Thanksgiving 2024
Christmas 2023
  • We occasionally close unexpectedly because of inclement weather or illness.
  • Please call for information about unexpected alterations to our normal operation hours.

COVID-19: If you are sick, please get well before you visit. Masks or social distancing recommended.

Calendar and Events

Staff Training Meetings

Center Resources

Collections

  • We have a nice selection of hundreds of genealogical books and family histories available for use at the Center.

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

  • We have a class room with 8 computers.  We have 3 Epson Photo Scanners; some can scan slides and negatives as well as make stills photos from 8mm film.  We have 12 computers with extensive genealogical software and access to premium databases to help with research. We have a film digitizer for 8mm and Super 8mm Film. We have an Audio visual recording room to record interviews, family stories, personal histories and much more, you can choose to share the audio through your genealogy family tree and have the video sent to your email. There is a play area for children with two computers setup so the parents can keep an eye on their children while working on their family history.

Center Services

Staff Research Specialties

Most of our staff members are ward temple and family history consultants. If your are a ward temple and family history consultant, please come in for training and volunteer to serve at the Center for a 3-4 hour shift each week or when you can.

We have staff members who are experienced in Spanish, Irish, Scottish, Nordic, Dutch and British research, as well as using FamilySearch and other databases, and adding media to the FS Family Tree.

Nine staff members of the Vernal FamilySearch Center have completed the certification to help answer e-mails sent to FamilySearch.org by patrons around the world who are researching their ancestors. This course was offered by the Global Training Delivery Department of the Church.

Resources in the Local Area

The Regional History Center is located in Vernal, Utah at 152 East 100 North, first floor (northeast corner of building). Hours: Monday thru Friday 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. or by appointment.

Links

FamilySearch.org

  • 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.
  • FamilySearch Library Classes and Webinars: They are continually offering FREE classes, and most are available as webinars, which means you can watch it online. Eventually they are posted as videos. Scroll down the page to find YOUR areas of interest.


Other useful resources

Webinars and Online Classes from outside FamilySearch: Includes most of the major databases, as well as professional societies (general and for specific locations) and the BYU Family History Library (has GREAT free videos on YouTube!),

Volunteer at the Center

We like the marines, can always use a few good men or women.  We have a staff of 70+ and welcome anyone who would like to serve in our center to come in and fill out a volunteer information sheet that tells of your skills and time availability.  We will match your skills and availability with our needs. 

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