“We all carry inside us, people who came before us”
Who Can Use the Center?
All resources and activities offered in the FamilySearch Center are available to the general public regardless of faith.
When is the Center open?
The Meridian Idaho East FamilySearch Center is open:
Monday 9:00 am – 2:00 pm
Tuesday 9:00 am – 9:00 pm
Wednesday 9:00 am -7:00 pm
Pre-scheduled youth hours: Wednesday 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Thursday 9:00 am – 7:00 pm
What is the Center?
FamilySearch Centers are branches of the Family History Library in Salt Lake City, UT operated by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Our specific center offers the following resources (as listed under the Center Resources Tab on the website).
- Personal Assistance
- Photo and Film Digitizing
- Discovery Screen
- Premium Sites
- Record My Story Room (coming in 2024)
WHY IS THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS SO INTERESTED IN FAMILY HISTORY?
We believe family is central to Heavenly Father’s plan. We believe that many blessings come when we learn, discover, and connect our own family.
Where else can I find a center?
There are FamilySearch Centers all over the world. You can search for other centers here: https://familysearch.org/locations
What does it cost?
There is no cost to visit or use our FamilySearch Center.
where do i begin my family history on family search?
- Create a free account on Family Search.
- Use this booklet to start gathering your family’s information.
- Come visit us at The Meridian Idaho East FamilySearch Center for help with the next steps.
Why visit a familySearch center?
FamilySearch Centers offer many resources not available at home for free:
- ONE-on-ONE assistance
- Free access to many subscription genealogy sites
- Access to restricted digital records
- Access to a vast collection of digitized micro film collections
- Free use of digitizing equipment
Who staffs the Center?
Our FamilySearch Center is staffed by volunteer members of local congregations of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and anyone else in the public with a desire to help others discover their family history. While we are not professional genealogists, there is a vast degree of experience and interests in all aspects of genealogy and family history work. Contact us if you are interested in volunteering at our FamilySearch Center.
Can I get help with a specific research problem?
Yes. Any of our staff members will be glad to help you with your research. If you have a specialized need with research in a specific region of the world, contact us with the details of what you need help with and we will try to pair you with a consultant with expertise in that area.
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