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:*4 computers(internet access), 2 printer/scanner/copiers, 4 microfilm readers, microfilm scanner and a microfilm reader. Our scanner will scan pictures & documents directly to your familysearch account!
:*4 computers (internet access), 1 overhead monitor (for class lessons), 2 printer/scanner/copiers, 1 printer,  4 overhead microfilm readers, 1 microfiche reader and a microfilm scanner. Our scanner will scan pictures & documents directly to your FamilySearch account!


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Revision as of 11:45, 22 December 2016

FamilySearch This article describes the services and resources available at a FamilySearch Center, a branch facility of the FamilySearch Library.


The Des Moines Family History Center is a volunteer run library with access to many archives and records to help you find your ancestors.

Center Contacts and Hours[edit | edit source]

Location Map:

Address:

  • 3301 Ashworth Rd West Des Moines IA 50265 United States
  • Cross intersection street – Valley West Drive
  • Language:English

Phone:

  • 1-515-225-0416

E-mail:

  • IA_DesMoines@ldsmail.net

FHC Director: Leisa Newman - 515-225-0416

Open Hours:

  • Tuesday:10:00am-3:00pm & 6:30pm-9:00pm
  • Saturday:10:00am-3:00pm

Holiday Schedule: Closed all major holidays:

We will be closed on October 1st for General Conference.


Calendar and Events[edit | edit source]

Upcoming Events[edit | edit source]

Family History Day Oct 15th 10am-12pm

To register or request a class, please email:  ia_desmoines@ldsmail.net 


Center Resources[edit | edit source]

Collections[edit | edit source]

  • FamilySearch Catalog: This center has the ability to order any of the films and fiche available through the FamilySearch Catalog.
  • Many books, micfrofilms and microfiche.

Databases and Software[edit | edit source]

  • 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.

Hardware and Equipment[edit | edit source]

  • 4 computers (internet access), 1 overhead monitor (for class lessons), 2 printer/scanner/copiers, 1 printer, 4 overhead microfilm readers, 1 microfiche reader and a microfilm scanner. Our scanner will scan pictures & documents directly to your FamilySearch account!

Center Services[edit | edit source]

Staff Research Specialties[edit | edit source]

(Include sections for any other services your center provides. Add additional sections for those services. See the Bountiful and Chattanooga FHC pages for examples.)


Resources in the Local Area
[edit | edit source]

(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[edit | edit source]

Iowa Genealogical Society iowagenealogy.org


Volunteer at the Center[edit | edit source]

(Include information here about the volunteers you are looking for.)