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==Services== | ==Services== | ||
We provide research assistance for a nominal fee of $5 per research request. If patrons require printed copies, black-and-white pages are available for $0.15 each and color pages are available for $1.00 each. Research tasks are conducted by knowledgeable paid staff members. | We provide research assistance for a nominal fee of $5 per research request. If patrons require printed copies, black-and-white pages are available for $0.15 each and color pages are available for $1.00 each. Research tasks are conducted by knowledgeable paid staff members. | ||
Our department hosts workshops and programs to engage the community and support genealogical exploration. These include beginning genealogy courses for those starting their research journey, specialized workshops on topics like Bible scanning and community recipe preservation, and community events that connect participants with others interested in local and family history. | Our department hosts workshops and programs to engage the community and support genealogical exploration. These include beginning genealogy courses for those starting their research journey, specialized workshops on topics like Bible scanning and community recipe preservation, and community events that connect participants with others interested in local and family history. | ||
We offer a variety of resources to support genealogical research. Guides and books are available for both beginners and advanced researchers. Dedicated research computers provide access to online genealogical databases, and quiet study areas offer ample space for conducting in-depth research. | |||
Equipment available to use within our department includes two microfilm readers and a book/document scanner capable of printing and saving to an external device. We also have a Memory Lab available by appointment only that allows patrons to digitize family videos, photos, documents, and more. More information about our Memory Lab can be found at eols.org/memory-lab/. | |||
Our mission is to serve as a beacon for family and local history research, creating resources that span generations. Over the next five years, we aim to digitize significant portions of our microfilm and yearbook collections to ensure long-term accessibility. We are also actively seeking grant funding to offset the costs of these digitization efforts. Additionally, we plan to expand our workshop offerings and foster stronger connections with local historical institutions. | |||
==History== | ==History== | ||