Prepping for and Researching at the FamilySearch Library

Lynn Turner, AG
Sep 4, 2024
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About this webinar

The FamilySearch Library is the premier destination for genealogists. Researchers from around the world flock to Salt Lake City to discover and connect with their ancestors in the world's largest genealogy library. The FamilySearch Library boasts more than 600,000 books, tens of thousands of historical maps and published pedigrees, and hundreds of workstations where visitors can access dozens of subscription sites. The best kept secret of the library is its incredible mix of volunteer and paid staff that have been specifically trained to help you in your research and how to help you take full advantage of the library's resources. Whether you are a novice or a professional there is something for everyone at the FamilySearch Library.

About the speaker

Lynn Turner graduated with a BA in Family History and Genealogy from Brigham Young University with an emphasis in Spain and Latin America. He has been an accredited genealogist in Spain research since...
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  1. PB
    Patricia Briggs
    1 year ago

    What an absolutely amazing place the library is! It makes me really sad that I will never be able to see it or use it onsite. A really great presentation. Thank you

  2. WV
    Webinar Viewer
    1 year ago

    I learned about many resources I was not aware of.

  3. SM
    SHARON MARANGONI
    1 year ago

    I go to the Family Search Library every year and sometimes twice a year, and I heard some good pointers here that I either forgot or did not know.

  4. KH
    Kathy Hesel
    1 year ago

    Excellent information in a comprehensive overview of the library but with enough specifics to get me interested in exploring further. Lynn is a polished presenter.

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  5. WV
    Webinar Viewer
    1 year ago

    Great information! It's been almost 30 years since I last visited the Family History Library in Salt Lake City, am ready to go again!

  6. KM
    Kirsten Max
    1 year ago

    This was an excellent webinar! I am planning to visit the FamilySearch library (hopefully) sometime next year, and the information was invaluable! I can't wait to visit!!

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  7. AK
    Anne Kienitz
    1 year ago

    lots of information

  8. KM
    Kathleen Murphy
    1 year ago

    Great information. I haven't been to the library in a while and it was nice to see all of the changes and updates. Very impressive.

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