Sumner Washington FamilySearch Center/Available Resources
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Available Resources
The Riverton FamilySearch Center provides many resources for Family History and Genealogical Research.
Scanning Equipment
We have high speed photo scanners, flatbed scanners up to 11" x 17", slide scanners, and a book scanner.
Click to reserve the Scanning Equipment
Audio/Video Converters
We have VHS/8mm Video Tape converters, 8mm/Super 8 film converters, and Standard Audio Cassette converters.
Click to reserve the Audio and Video Converters
Family Story Room
Our Family Story Room will record up to one hour video for 1 to 15 individuals at a time.
Click to reserve the Family Story Room
Printing, Photocopying, and USB Policies
The Riverton FamilySearch Center does not charge for prints or copies made at the Center. Only single copies of family history related printing will be allowed. Personal or extensive printing should be taken to a commercial copy center. Visitors should bring their own flash drives for scanning photos and documents and converting VHS tapes to digital files. USB drives for use in the Family Story Room must be a minimum of 8 GB and be in their original, unopened package.
Computers and Internet Access
The Center has 128 desktop computers in the main Center area, with an additional 24 computers in Training Room 1 and 22 in Training Room 2 to accommodate hands-on instruction. All Center computers have Internet access. Personal laptops can also be connected to the Internet. Many helpful research resources are available from the desktop of the Center computers and include free use of many subscription websites, use of popular data management programs, and direct Internet links to other resources.
Free Subscription Websites
The Center provides free use of several family history research websites that normally require a subscription fee for access. Visit the Center to see a listing of the available sites.
Books and Other Printed Material
The Center has a limited collection of hard copy material. Only basic research volumes are available.
Microfilm Readers and Microfilm Library
Note: All of our microfilm and microfiche collection and the reader equipment have been removed from our center. You will need to visit the FamilySearch Library downtown or another FamilySearch Center that still has the capability.
Class Instruction
Select “Classes and Class Schedules” from the Center menu above for details.
Personal Assistance
The Center has over 150 missionary and volunteer workers available to assist patrons. They can provide personal help with the many aspects of genealogical research and record keeping.
Research Specialists
The Center has a number of research specialists that you can arrange to meet with to assist you in your research. Click here to see the list and contact information.
Printers, Scanners, and Copiers
The Center is equipped with printers and copiers that are available to patrons at no charge. Both black-and-white and color printing and copying are offered. Many printing and copying options are available to assist in document preservation and recording. The Center's printers can serve as flatbed scanners in black and white or color up to 11 inch x 17 inch originals.
Photo Light Studio
We also have a photo light studio (Shotbox) which is a table-top box for capturing photos of objects, other photos, and documents with your smart phone, DSLR, digital camera, or other device with a camera.
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Last modified: 12/21/21