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Welcome to the '''Reno Family History Center!''' No matter if you are new to genealogy, or a seasoned researcher, our friendly and knowledgeable staff is ready to help you on your exciting journey to unlock the past. | {{Box | ||
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=== Center Contacts and Hours === | === Center Contacts and Hours === | ||
'''Location | '''Location Map:''' [http://maps.google.com/maps?q=4751+Neil+Road,+Reno,+Nevada&hl=en&ll=39.481222,-119.781876&spn=0.024015,0.050082&sll=37.0625,-95.677068&sspn=50.02446,102.568359&oq=4751+Neil+Road,+Reno,+Nevada&hnear=4751+Neil+Rd,+Reno,+Nevada+89502&t=m&z=15 Location Map] | ||
'''Address:''' 4751 Neil Road, Reno, Nevada 89502-5878 | |||
*Our center is located within the Neil Rd, Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints church building; on the north west corner of Neil Rd and Filbert. Park on the west end of the parking lot and enter the building either through the main west entrance facing Filbert, or the west end entrance. | |||
* | *Language: English | ||
'''Phone:''' '''1-775-826-1130''' | |||
''' | '''E-mail:''' [mailto:NV_Reno@ldsmail.net NV_Reno@ldsmail.net] | ||
'''Open Hours: ''' | |||
*'''Tuesday: '''10:00am-9:00pm | |||
*'''Wednesday: '''10:00am-9:00pm | |||
*'''Thursday: '''10:00am-9:00pm | |||
*'''Tuesday:'''10:00am-9:00pm | |||
*'''Wednesday:'''10:00am-9:00pm | |||
*'''Thursday:'''10:00am-9:00pm | |||
'''Holiday Schedule:''' | '''Holiday Schedule:''' | ||
'''Closed all major holidays | '''Closed all major holidays.''' | ||
=== Calendar and Events === | === Calendar and Events === | ||
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'''Introduction to Family History''' | '''Introduction to Family History''' | ||
*Every | *Every Wednesday at 12:15 pm, we have a 15 minute intro classes | ||
'''Writing Life Histories''' | '''Writing Life Histories''' | ||
*Every first | *Every first Wednesday at 1:00 pm, we offer a class on writing a life history yours or someone else's. | ||
==== Staff Training Meetings ==== | ==== Staff Training Meetings ==== | ||
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==== Collections ==== | ==== Collections ==== | ||
:*[https://www.familysearch.org/#form=catalog '''FamilySearch Catalog: '''] This center has the ability to order any of the films and fiche available through the FamilySearch Catalog. | |||
:*'''Patrons' Microfiche Collection''' -- a collection of fiche ordered by our patrons, assorted titles. Contain family histories, vital records, and other types of information. | |||
:*'''Indefinite Film Collection''' -- a collection of films on a variety of subjects, to include vital records, county records, court records, etc. | |||
:* | :*'''Book Collection:''' -- We have a large collection of books that cover Reno, Washoe county, and various countries throughout the world. Our center also houses the Parkin collection of records from north western Nevada and parts of north eastern California. | ||
==== Databases and Software ==== | ==== Databases and Software ==== | ||
:*'''[[FHC Portal]]''' | :*'''[[FHC Portal]]''' This center has access to the Portal page, which gives free access, within the center, to premium family history software and websites that would generally charge for subscriptions. | ||
:*We have FamilySearch, Family Tree, and FamilySearch Wiki | :*We have FamilySearch, Family Tree, and FamilySearch Wiki | ||
==== Hardware and Equipment ==== | ==== Hardware and Equipment ==== | ||
Our center is equipped with both microfilm and microfiche readers, 9 computers, 3 printers, and | Our center is equipped with both microfilm and microfiche readers, '''9''' computers, '''3''' printers, and '''1''' copier for your convenience. | ||
== Center Services == | == Center Services == | ||
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Center Contacts and Hours[edit | edit source]
Location Map: Location Map
Address: 4751 Neil Road, Reno, Nevada 89502-5878
- Our center is located within the Neil Rd, Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints church building; on the north west corner of Neil Rd and Filbert. Park on the west end of the parking lot and enter the building either through the main west entrance facing Filbert, or the west end entrance.
- Language: English
Phone: 1-775-826-1130
E-mail: NV_Reno@ldsmail.net
Open Hours:
- Tuesday: 10:00am-9:00pm
- Wednesday: 10:00am-9:00pm
- Thursday: 10:00am-9:00pm
Holiday Schedule:
Closed all major holidays.
Calendar and Events[edit | edit source]
Upcoming Events[edit | edit source]
Class Schedule[edit | edit source]
Introduction to Family History
- Every Wednesday at 12:15 pm, we have a 15 minute intro classes
Writing Life Histories
- Every first Wednesday at 1:00 pm, we offer a class on writing a life history yours or someone else's.
Staff Training Meetings[edit | edit source]
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.
- Patrons' Microfiche Collection -- a collection of fiche ordered by our patrons, assorted titles. Contain family histories, vital records, and other types of information.
- Indefinite Film Collection -- a collection of films on a variety of subjects, to include vital records, county records, court records, etc.
- Book Collection: -- We have a large collection of books that cover Reno, Washoe county, and various countries throughout the world. Our center also houses the Parkin collection of records from north western Nevada and parts of north eastern California.
Databases and Software[edit | edit source]
- FHC Portal This center has access to the Portal page, which gives free access, within the center, to premium family history software and websites that would generally charge for subscriptions.
- We have FamilySearch, Family Tree, and FamilySearch Wiki
Hardware and Equipment[edit | edit source]
Our center is equipped with both microfilm and microfiche readers, 9 computers, 3 printers, and 1 copier for your convenience.
Center Services[edit | edit source]
Staff Research Specialties[edit | edit source]
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Resources in the Local Area[edit | edit source]
Reno - Sparks Indian Colony
98 Colony Rd.
Reno, Nevada 89502
775-329-2936
website
Nevada State Genealogy Society
1650 N Virginia St.
Reno, Nevada 89503
775-688-1190
Washoe County Courthouse
75 Court St, Reno, Nevada 89520
775-328-3260
- County Health Dept., birth, death, burial records starting in 1900
- County Clerk, divorce, probate, court, naturalization records starting in 1862
- County Recorder, land records starting in 1962, marriage records starting in 1871
Washoe County Public Libraries
301 S Center St, Reno, Nevada 89501
775-327-8300
Links[edit | edit source]
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Volunteer at the Center[edit | edit source]
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