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This article describes the services and resources available at a FamilySearch Center, a branch facility of the FamilySearch Library. |
FamilySearch Center Contacts and Hours[edit | edit source]
Address and Location Map:
- Location Map
- 19481 Hillsdale Drive, Sonora, California 95370 (note this is not a FamilySearch Center mailing address)
- We are located inside the building and have ADA-compatible access. Entrance is at the main door to the building. Push door bell (on the wall to your left as you stand at the front door) and we will answer and open the door for you. Ample free parking is available.
- Language: English
Sonora Family History Director: Sandra Turner
Phone:
- 1-209-536-9206
E-mail:
- CA_Sonora@familyhistorymail.org
Open Hours:
- Tuesday: 1pm-4:00pm
- Wednesday: 10:00am-4:00pm and 6:30pm-9:00pm
- Thursday: 10:00am-1:00pm
- Also by appointment by calling 209-605-2891
Holiday Closures:
November 20, 2022 through November 25, 2022
December 17, 2022 through January 1, 2023
We occasionally close unexpectedly due to inclement weather or illness. Please call for information about unexpected changes to our normal operation hours @ 209-605-2891.
Calendar and Events[edit | edit source]
Upcoming Events[edit | edit source]
Tuolumne County Genealogical Society Workshop - October 14, 2023, 9:00am to 4:00pm
Class Schedule[edit | edit source]
Staff Training Meetings[edit | edit source]
January 23, 2023 2:00 PM
Center Resources[edit | edit source]
Databases and Software[edit | edit source]
- 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[edit | edit source]
- 6 networked computer workstations with printer access
- Paper copier
- 6 microfilm readers
- 2 microfiche readers
- 1 microfiche/film scanner
- 1 flatbed scanner
- 1 Epson FastFoto scanner for rapid scanning of multiple pictures at a time
Center Services[edit | edit source]
Staff Research Specialties[edit | edit source]
Translators available for the following languages:
- French
- German
- Italian
- Portuguese
- Spanish
Resources in the Local Area[edit | edit source]
Tuolumne County Genealogical Society
Tuolumne County Historical Society
Links[edit | edit source]
- 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.
Volunteer at the Center[edit | edit source]
- Do you want to learn more about doing family history? We will teach you how to help yourself while we teach you to help others. We encourage you to do your own research when not assisting patrons.
- Would you like to serve a full or part time mission but need to stay close to home? Come join us at the FHC where you can meet many new people and help them find their ancestors.
- Do you have special computer, language or research skills? We have a place for you to keep those skills honed and practiced, "Use 'em or lose 'em!"