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==<big>'''<u>Special Interest Groups</u>'''</big>== | ==<big>'''<u>Special Interest Groups</u>'''</big>== | ||
<big>'''African-American Special Interest Group'''</big> | |||
<big>The African-American Special Interest Group is a community dedicated to exploring all aspects of African-American genealogy. The group offers a platform for individuals interested in delving into their African-American roots, providing support, resources, and a collaborative environment for genealogical research. Meetings are scheduled to accommodate both virtual and in-person participation, fostering inclusivity and flexibility.</big> | |||
<big>- Alternating Mondays, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM: Virtual meetings on Zoom</big> | |||
<big>- Alternating Mondays, 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM: In-person meetings at the Washington DC FamilySearch Center</big> | |||
<big>''For further information, please contact Frank Jenkins at FSCAASIG@gmail.com.''</big> | |||
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<big>'''Beginning Genealogy Special Interest Group'''</big> | |||
<big>The Beginning Genealogy Research Group is designed for individuals who are new to genealogy and are eager to start their research journey. The group provides a supportive atmosphere for beginners, offering guidance and resources to help them navigate the initial stages of genealogical exploration.</big> | |||
<big>- Every Tuesday, 10:30 AM: Virtual meetings on Zoom</big> | |||
<big>''For further information, please contact Lorraine Minor at ldgene@verizon.net.''</big> | |||
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<big>'''Advanced DNA Special Interest Group'''</big> | |||
<big>The Advanced DNA Research Group focuses on advanced methodologies and tools in DNA research for genealogy. This group is tailored for individuals with a deeper understanding of DNA analysis and aims to explore cutting-edge techniques and technologies in the field.</big> | |||
<big>- 2nd Wednesday of each month, 7:00 PM: Virtual meetings on Zoom</big> | |||
<big>''For further information, please contact Jim Bartlett at jim4bartletts@verizon.net.''</big> | |||
<big>---</big> | |||
<big>'''Beginning DNA Special Interest Group'''</big> | |||
<big>The Beginning DNA Research Group is geared towards individuals who want to learn how to use DNA for genealogical research. The group provides a foundational understanding of DNA analysis and its application in tracing family history.</big> | |||
<big>- 3rd Thursday of each month, 7:00 PM: Virtual meetings on Zoom</big> | |||
<big>''For further information, please contact Andy Hochreiter at ajhochreiter@comcast.net.''</big> | |||
<big>---</big> | |||
<big>'''Eastern European Genealogy Special Interest Group'''</big> | |||
<big>The Eastern European Genealogy Research Group focuses on research and resources in countries such as the Czech Republic, Poland, Slovakia, Hungary, Lithuania, Latvia, Estonia, Slovenia, Ukraine, and Belarus. This group offers a platform for individuals with roots in Eastern Europe to collaborate, share insights, and access valuable resources.</big> | |||
<big>- 3rd Saturday of each month, 1:00 PM: Virtual meetings on Zoom</big> | |||
<big>''For further information, please contact Mary Ann Evan at maryann.evan@gmail.com.''</big> | |||
<big>---</big> | |||
<big>'''Irish Special Interest Group'''</big> | |||
<big>The Irish Research Group concentrates on genealogical research in both Ireland and the U.S. This group provides a space for individuals interested in tracing their Irish ancestry, offering support, expertise, and valuable resources.</big> | |||
<big>- 3rd Wednesday of each month, 7:00 PM: Virtual meetings on Zoom</big> | |||
<big>''For further information, please contact Cindy Finelli at cfinelli16@gmail.com.''</big> | |||
<big>---</big> | |||
<big>'''Metro DC RootsMagic Users Group'''</big> | |||
<big>The Metro DC RootsMagic Users Group is dedicated to exploring the features of RootsMagic, a popular genealogical software. This group aims to help members maximize their usage of RootsMagic for researching, organizing, and sharing family history.</big> | |||
<big>- 1st and 2nd Saturdays each month, 9:30 AM: Virtual meetings on Zoom</big> | |||
<big>''For further information, please contact Gary Petranek at gpetranek@gmail.com.''</big> | |||
==<big>'''Resources in the Washington DC Metropolitan Area'''</big>== | ==<big>'''Resources in the Washington DC Metropolitan Area'''</big>== | ||
Revision as of 16:59, 25 February 2024
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This article describes the services and resources available at a FamilySearch Center, a branch facility of the FamilySearch Library. |
Location and Contacts[edit | edit source]
10000 Stoneybrook Drive
Kensington, MD 20895
Phone: 301-587-0042
Location Map: Location Map
E-mail: wdcfhc@gmail.com
Hours of Operation[edit | edit source]
Sunday.....................................................1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Monday....................................................CLOSED
Tuesday....................................................CLOSED
Wednesday .............................................10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thursday ................................................10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thursday Evening 1st, 3rd, 5th....................6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Friday.......................................................CLOSED
Saturday..................................................10:00 am - 4:00 pm
The FamilySearch Center will close when Montgomery County Schools are closed for bad weather.
If it is a Saturday, please call before leaving your home: 301-587-0042
Generations Newsletter[edit | edit source]
Free monthly Generations Newsletter
Generations is sent via email during the first week of each month. It has timely information about activities and events at our FamilySearch Center as well as research tips and links. To subscribe, please send an email to: wdcfhc@gmail.com.
Issues of Generations can be accessed here.
Washington DC FamilySearch Center Resources[edit | edit source]
16 computers, 4 with dual monitors
Bring your Laptop or Chromebook to access the Premium FamilySearch Portal while logged on to the free FamilySearch Center Wifi
High volume Photo scanner (can scan 500 photos per hour)
Flatbed scanner -- scans and edits photographs, slides, photo negatives and documents
Slide and negative scanner -- displays your digital images on a monitor which makes it easier to adjust tint and print quality before you scan slides and negatives.
Book scanner -- Scan books and magazines quickly. High resolution images that can convert text to OCR.
Library Collection -- comprehensive collection of printed books that include family histories, yearbooks, biographies, local histories, other genealogical books
FamilySearch Center Portal[edit | edit source]
Access Newspaper Archives
Ancestry Library Edition
ArkivDigital Online (Swedish)
MyHeritage.com
FindMyPast
Fold3
19th Century British Library Newspapers
Puzzilla
Historic Map Works Library Edition
The Genealogist
Alexander Street Press, American Civil War
Paper Trail
Research Specialists
Volunteer specialists are available to assist patrons in a variety of areas of research within the U.S. and internationally. Several of our volunteers are members of APG (Association of Professional Genealogists). If you have a specific research need, please contact us to determine how we can be of help.
Special Interest Groups[edit | edit source]
African-American Special Interest Group
The African-American Special Interest Group is a community dedicated to exploring all aspects of African-American genealogy. The group offers a platform for individuals interested in delving into their African-American roots, providing support, resources, and a collaborative environment for genealogical research. Meetings are scheduled to accommodate both virtual and in-person participation, fostering inclusivity and flexibility.
- Alternating Mondays, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM: Virtual meetings on Zoom
- Alternating Mondays, 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM: In-person meetings at the Washington DC FamilySearch Center
For further information, please contact Frank Jenkins at FSCAASIG@gmail.com.
---
Beginning Genealogy Special Interest Group
The Beginning Genealogy Research Group is designed for individuals who are new to genealogy and are eager to start their research journey. The group provides a supportive atmosphere for beginners, offering guidance and resources to help them navigate the initial stages of genealogical exploration.
- Every Tuesday, 10:30 AM: Virtual meetings on Zoom
For further information, please contact Lorraine Minor at ldgene@verizon.net.
---
Advanced DNA Special Interest Group
The Advanced DNA Research Group focuses on advanced methodologies and tools in DNA research for genealogy. This group is tailored for individuals with a deeper understanding of DNA analysis and aims to explore cutting-edge techniques and technologies in the field.
- 2nd Wednesday of each month, 7:00 PM: Virtual meetings on Zoom
For further information, please contact Jim Bartlett at jim4bartletts@verizon.net.
---
Beginning DNA Special Interest Group
The Beginning DNA Research Group is geared towards individuals who want to learn how to use DNA for genealogical research. The group provides a foundational understanding of DNA analysis and its application in tracing family history.
- 3rd Thursday of each month, 7:00 PM: Virtual meetings on Zoom
For further information, please contact Andy Hochreiter at ajhochreiter@comcast.net.
---
Eastern European Genealogy Special Interest Group
The Eastern European Genealogy Research Group focuses on research and resources in countries such as the Czech Republic, Poland, Slovakia, Hungary, Lithuania, Latvia, Estonia, Slovenia, Ukraine, and Belarus. This group offers a platform for individuals with roots in Eastern Europe to collaborate, share insights, and access valuable resources.
- 3rd Saturday of each month, 1:00 PM: Virtual meetings on Zoom
For further information, please contact Mary Ann Evan at maryann.evan@gmail.com.
---
Irish Special Interest Group
The Irish Research Group concentrates on genealogical research in both Ireland and the U.S. This group provides a space for individuals interested in tracing their Irish ancestry, offering support, expertise, and valuable resources.
- 3rd Wednesday of each month, 7:00 PM: Virtual meetings on Zoom
For further information, please contact Cindy Finelli at cfinelli16@gmail.com.
---
Metro DC RootsMagic Users Group
The Metro DC RootsMagic Users Group is dedicated to exploring the features of RootsMagic, a popular genealogical software. This group aims to help members maximize their usage of RootsMagic for researching, organizing, and sharing family history.
- 1st and 2nd Saturdays each month, 9:30 AM: Virtual meetings on Zoom
For further information, please contact Gary Petranek at gpetranek@gmail.com.
Resources in the Washington DC Metropolitan Area[edit | edit source]
- Library of Congress, Washington, DC
- DAR (Daughters of the American Revolution)
- Martin Luther King Public Library, Washington DC Special Collections
- Maryland Archives
- Maryland Genealogical Society
- Virginia Room of the Fairfax County Virginia Library
- Virginia Genealogical Society
- Afro-American Historical & Genealogical Society (AAHGS)
- District of Columbia Archives
- See also the District of Columbia Archives and Libraries FamilySearch Wiki page.
Volunteering at the Washington DC FamilySearch Center is a great way to give back to your community,
develop new skills, and deepen your knowledge of genealogy and family history.
To learn more about volunteer opportunities, please contact the center directly.