Your guide to the Family History Library
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258 pages : illustrations - Publisher Cincinnati, Ohio : Betterway Books, [2001]
- Copyright ©2001
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| Bibliography, etc. Note: | Includes bibliographical references (pages 223-237), Internet addresses and index. |
| Immediate Source of Acquisition Note: | LSC 29.99 |
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Your Guide to the Family History Library
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Table of Contents
Your Guide to the Family History Library
| Section | Section Description | Page Number |
|---|---|---|
| Introduction | p. 1 | |
| Part 1 | Starting Points and Basic Information | p. 3 |
| 1 | What Is the Family History Library? | p. 4 |
| Why do people go there? Discusses the depth of the collection and a brief history of the library | ||
| 2 | Basics of Family History Research | p. 12 |
| Beginning/refresher Strategies. Basic sources for genealogical help and information, publications, societies, classes, online sources, conferences, and seminars. What real research is | ||
| Part 2 | Access to the Library Collection | p. 21 |
| 3 | FamilySearch Internet Genealogy Service | p. 22 |
| Internet access to information about genealogy and the collection. FamilySearch databases and resources | ||
| 4 | Other Sources for Family History Library Information | p. 35 |
| Online and published information about the collections, FHL, and Family History Centers. FHL publications and other sources | ||
| 5 | The Family History Library Catalog | p. 44 |
| Using the catalog to uncover records in the FHL collections | ||
| 6 | Family History Centers | p. 56 |
| Accessing the FHL records from where you live using the 3,400 FHCs worldwide | ||
| 7 | Going to Salt Lake City | p. 61 |
| The ultimate research trip. Preparing in advance for that trip. Trip-planning strategies and tips. What to do before you go and what to take along | ||
| Part 3 | The Records in the Family History Library | p. 73 |
| 8 | Major U.S. Collections | p. 74 |
| Overview of materials that are national or regional in scope | ||
| 9 | Resources for U.S. Localities | p. 85 |
| Overviews of resources for states and counties. Major record collections, other resources, limitations of the collection, library finding aids, published guides, and tips | ||
| 10 | Records of the World | p. 93 |
| Overviews of materials that cover countries outside the United States. Language and translation information and other tips | ||
| Part 4 | Researching On-Site at the Family History Library | p. 107 |
| 11 | The Family History Library Building | p. 108 |
| Where things are located in the building; some library rules | ||
| 12 | Joseph Smith Memorial Building | p. 127 |
| Resources and records available at this exquisitely renovated facility | ||
| 13 | Working in the Library | p. 133 |
| Organizing your workday and materials. Finding help in the Family History Library | ||
| 14 | I Only Have a Few Hours! | p. 147 |
| Skiers, Olympic visitors, conventioneers, business travelers, vacationers. What they can do quickly when they find out about the genealogy library close by | ||
| 15 | Group Research Trips | p. 152 |
| Going to Salt Lake City with a group or leading a group research trip | ||
| 16 | Working With a Professional Researcher | p. 162 |
| Having professionals extend the work you've already done; consultations; hands-on assistance from professionals in the library | ||
| Part 5 | Making the Most of Your Trip to the Beautiful Salt Lake City Area | p. 166 |
| 17 | Salt Lake City Basics, A to Z | p. 167 |
| Getting there, weather, handicapped access, local transportation, and more. Includes map | ||
| 18 | Accommodations | p. 180 |
| Hotels and motels, campgrounds, RV parks, and long-term stays. Includes map | ||
| 19 | Restaurants | p. 185 |
| Map and listings with capsule information about selected restaurants including price range, hours, and comments | ||
| 20 | Attractions and Services | p. 196 |
| Shopping, churches, bookstores, Convention and Visitors Bureau, what to do on Sunday in Salt Lake City and the area | ||
| 21 | Temple Square | p. 207 |
| Information on the number one tourist area in Salt Lake City | ||
| 22 | Other Area Research Repositories | p. 210 |
| Overview includes Brigham Young University, the University of Utah, and the Utah Historical Society | ||
| 23 | Now What? After Your Trip | p. 213 |
| How to wrap up the trip and express gratitude to the library | ||
| Appendix A | Salt Lake City Quick Reference Information | p. 217 |
| Appendix B | Helpful Reference | p. 223 |
| Appendix C | Forms | p. 238 |
| Appendix D | FHL Media Contact Information | p. 245 |
| Index | p. 246 |
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