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Resources
The Boise FamilySearch Center provides many resources for genealogical research.

Computers and Internet Access
The library has 15 desktop computers in the main search area, with an additional 18 computers in the training room for hands-on instruction. All computers have internet access. Personal laptops can also be connected to the internet via WiFi. Many helpful research resources are available from the desktop of the library 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. Here is a list of valuable sites:

Printers, Scanners, and Copiers
The library is equipped with several printers and a color copier that are available to patrons for a minimal charge. Many printing and copying options are available to assist in document preservation and recording. ***Three of the library's printers can serve as flat bed scanners in black and white or color up to 11 inch x 17 inch originals. We have also added photo light studio which is a table top box for capturing photos of objects, photos, and documents with a smart phone, DSLR or digital camera.

Microfilm Readers and Microfilm Library
The library is equipped with a digital film readers that have the capability to print film and microfiche images or save them to storage media. There are also five conventional film readers for patron use. The library has a collection of approximately 23,000 often requested films from the United States and Europe (including Scandanavia and the United Kingdom).

Class Instruction
Select “Classes and Class Schedules” from the library menu above for details.

Personal Assistance
The library has over 180 missionary and volunteer workers available to assist patrons. They can provide personal help with the many aspects of genealogical research and record keeping.

Cafeteria
The Riverton Office Building cafeteria is available to library patrons from 11:30 a.m. until 1:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. The menu is diverse and the costs are reasonable.

Last modified: 05/04/17