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The descriptions below will help you decide which activities best fit the needs of your group. Please read carefully in order to ensure a positive experience.

 

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<b><FONT size="5">Discovery Area:</b><br>

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:<b><span style="color:red">Important information to prepare for your visit:

:*If you have a FamilySearch account, bring your account username and password.

:*If you do not have an account, set one up before coming by clicking this link: [https://www.familysearch.org/register/custom/1 Create a FamilySearch Account]. Assistance is available at the Center should you need help to create your account or build your tree.

:**Parents who wish to create an account for a child under 13 can do so by following these instructions: [https://www.familysearch.org/en/help/helpcenter/article/how-do-i-create-a-free-account-for-a-child Creating an Account for a Child Under 13]

:*Before coming, make sure you have added a connection to at least one deceased ancestor on your tree.  The best experience happens when guests are connected to at least four generations in their FamilySearch tree.

:*If you have a smart device with a camera to scan a QR code, logging into any of these areas will be much quicker and easier.

::*If parents desire a child to use the parent account in the Discovery Center, they may do so by logging into this site prior to the child leaving home: [https://familysearch.org/discovery/discoverycenteruser?center=OGD Ogden Discovery Center-Get Code]. After the parent logs in, they will see a code.  Send the code with your child to the FamilySearch Center.  The code will be valid for <span style="font-weight:bold">two hours after activation at the FamilySearch Center.</span>

::*Parents/leaders are expected to be engaged with, and supervise their group to prevent abuse of the equipment and inappropriate use of computers.<b/></span><br>

 

:*The Discovery Area is available on weekdays during our regular hours.  

:*The Discovery Area is open on Saturdays and Sundays.

:*Groups larger than 17 people will not all be able to participate at once and will need to take turns at the stations.

:*If your group is larger than 17, please call the Center at 801.626.1132 to discuss options before scheduling.

:*Walk-ins without reservations are welcome before 5:30 PM, but groups with reservations will take priority.

:*Reservations are highly recommended at all times, especially during evening hours.

:*Groups without reservations may not be able to be accommodated and may need to come back another time.<br>

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:*Use this link to schedule your Discovery Area appointment. <u>[https://go.oncehub.com/OgdenDiscoveryCenter <span style="color:blue">Ogden Discovery Center Reservations</span>]</u>

<b>Large and Small Classrooms:</b>

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:*The Ogden FamilySearch Center classrooms are available for adult and youth groups. Groups can facilitate their own family history instruction or the Center will provide instruction upon request.  

:*Family history training could include any of the following:

::*FamilySearch overview

::*Hands-on FamilySearch scavenger hunt

::*Indexing or standardization

::*Other requested family history topics

:*<b><span style="color:red">Important information to prepare for your visit:

::*Each participant should already have a FamilySearch account. Check the User ID and password of all participants to ensure they are working prior to your visit.<br> Click here to connect to [https://familysearch.org/en/ FamilySearch]

::*The best experience happens when guests are connected to at least four generations in their FamilySearch tree.

::*Parents/leaders are expected to be engaged with and supervise their group to prevent abuse of the equipment and inappropriate use of computers.<b/></span><br>

:*If you're planning a class for something other than indexing, please make sure everyone has four generations in their family tree.  

:*Reservations must be made by calling the Center Help Desk during business hours at 801.626.1132.  

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<b>Story Recording Rooms:</b><br>

:*Have you ever wanted to hear the voice of your ancestor telling their story? Come to the Center and record a story, no reservation needed.

:*We have one large (accommodates about 8 people) and two small (accommodates 2 people) recording rooms for guests to record stories and experiences. <br>

:*We encourage guests to come prepared with stories that can be told in less than 5 minutes. You can record multiple 5 minute segments. <br>

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<b>Snack Bar/Serving Area:</b>

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:*The Serving Area is located on the first floor and is available for groups who want to serve refreshments as part of their visit to the Center, or for patrons doing research.

:*Please ensure that any refreshments are kept in the Serving Area. Food and drinks (other than water) are prohibited in all other areas of the Center.

:*We ask that those using the Serving Area thoroughly clean the area when they are done so other patrons can enjoy the facilities.

:*Reservations are suggested due to the number of groups that are visiting the center.  Reservations can be made by calling the Center Help Desk during business hours at 801.626.1132.

:*The Children’s Play Area is located on the first floor. It is available during hours of operation. Parents must supervise their children at all times. Due to the difficulty of sterilizing toys<br>between uses, if toys are desired, families should bring their own. Crayons and paper are available at the Help Desk for children to use. <br>

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