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''[[Principles of Family History Research|Principles of Family History Research ]] > [[Obtain and Search the Records|Step 4. Obtain and Search the Records ]] > [[ | ''[[Principles of Family History Research|Principles of Family History Research ]] > [[Obtain and Search the Records|Step 4. Obtain and Search the Records ]] > [[Obtain the Records|Obtain the Records]]'' | ||
When you selected a record (in Step 3), you may have learned at which library or archives the record is located. | When you selected a record (in Step 3), you may have learned at which library or archives the record is located. | ||
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== Family History Library == | == Family History Library == | ||
The [[Family History Library]] in Salt Lake City has the largest collection of genealogical information in the world. Even if you did not use the [[Introduction to the Family History Library Catalog|Family History Library Catalog]] to select your records, many of the records you select are likely available through the library and its branch centers. For more details about the library's services and resources see the FamilySearch Internet site | The [[Family History Library]] in Salt Lake City has the largest collection of genealogical information in the world. Even if you did not use the [[Introduction to the Family History Library Catalog|Family History Library Catalog]] to select your records, many of the records you select are likely available through the library and its branch centers. For more details about the library's services and resources see the FamilySearch Internet site, click [https://library.familysearch.org/centers/saltlakecity-library here.] | ||
If the microfilm or microfiche you wish to view at the Family History Library is located at the "vault," you can now order it into the library before you come to visit. Use the [https://film.familysearch.org/fhl FamilySearch Microfilm Ordering] website for the Family History Library. Instructions on how to order the films can be found on [[Ordering Microfilm or Microfiche from a Family History Center|Ordering Microfilm or Microfiche From a Family History Center]]. | |||
== Family History Centers == | == Family History Centers == | ||
There are over 4,500 family history centers around the world where researchers can use most of the records in the Family History Library. Most records are available on microfilm or microfiche and can be used for a small handling fee. | There are over 4,500 family history centers around the world where researchers can use most of the records in the Family History Library. Most records are available on microfilm or microfiche and can be used for a small handling fee. You can order a microfilm into your local Family History Center by using the [https://film.familysearch.org/ FamilySearch Microfilm Ordering] website. For more information click on [[Ordering Microfilm or Microfiche from a Family History Center|Ordering Microfilm or Microfiche From a Family History Center]]. | ||
Most centers are small facilities and are located in meetinghouses of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. These centers are sponsored by the Church for research. They are open to the public free of charge. The volunteer staff at the centers can help you use the collection, although they cannot do research for you. | Most centers are small facilities and are located in meetinghouses of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. These centers are sponsored by the Church for research. They are open to the public free of charge. The volunteer staff at the centers can help you use the collection, although they cannot do research for you. | ||
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Make friends with librarians and archivists. Being nice to the staff at a library or archives often pays big dividends. | Make friends with librarians and archivists. Being nice to the staff at a library or archives often pays big dividends. | ||
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Strive to see the most original record with your own eyes. Never fully trust records selected or copied by someone else because they may have been overlooked something important. | Strive to see the most original record with your own eyes. Never fully trust records selected or copied by someone else because they may have been overlooked something important. | ||
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