Blackfoot Idaho FamilySearch Center

Purpose
The Blackfoot Idaho FamilySearch Center is located in Blackfoot, Idaho. We strive to create inspiring experiences that bring joy to all people as they discover, gather, and connect their family -- past, present, and future.



Center Contacts and Hours

 * 1-208-785-5022


 * ID_Blackfoot@familyhistorymail.org

Hours

 * Monday: 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
 * Tuesday: 10:00 am to 8:00 pm
 * Wednesday: 10:00 am to 8:00 pm
 * Thursday: 10:00 am to 8:00 pm
 * Friday: 10:00 am to 2:00 pm
 * Saturday: by appointment only
 * Sunday: 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm

Holiday Schedule

 * The Center will be closed Monday, January 16th, 2023 in observance of Idaho Human Rights Day.
 * The Center will be closed Monday, May 29, 2023, in observance of Memorial Day.

Location Map

 * Location Map

Address:


 * 815 Mitchell Lane Blackfoot Idaho 83221 United States
 * The FamilySearch Center is located immediately East of the Mountain View Middle School.
 * Parking lot on the same side as the school.


 * Language: Primarily English with Spanish availability

Calendar and Events
''Classes and times are subject to change until the week prior to the class. Please check back during the week of the class in order to confirm that the class is still scheduled to occur. Everyone is welcome to attend.''

FamilySearch Family Tree Training
Training classes are typically held each Sunday from 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm at the Blackfoot FamilySearch Center, unless otherwise noted here:

'''Family History Consultant Training. January 8th.''' 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm at the Blackfoot FamilySearch Center. This training is the first of two classes for Family History Consultants to learn how to create a personalized family history experience. The second class will build upon information taught in the first class, so please plan to attend both sessions. Ward Council Members, Temple and Family History Leaders, and Temple and Family History Consultants are invited to attend.

'''Family History Consultant Training. January 15th.''' 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm at the Blackfoot FamilySearch Center. This training is the second of two classes for Family History Consultants to learn how to create a personalized family history experience. The second class will build upon information taught in the first class, so please plan to attend both sessions. Ward Council Members, Temple and Family History Leaders, and Temple and Family History Consultants are invited to attend.

'''Owning your own FamilySearch Account. January 22nd.''' 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm at the Blackfoot FamilySearch Center. This training will cover a variety of topics related to ownership of a FamilySearch account: how to set up an initial account; how to adjust account preferences such as contact information and relationship viewing; how to recover your account and password if the password is lost or forgotten; how to organize the new details screen; how to adjust the home person in Family Tree; how to edit the life sketch on the about page; how to set alert and warning notes for other researchers. Basically, this class will cover everything about owning your own FamilySearch account. Taught by Richard Dodds.

'''Introduction to FamilySearch Family Tree (Class 1 of 6). January 29nd.''' 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm at the Blackfoot FamilySearch Center. This class will cover the FamilySearch Home Page (including Settings, Help Center, Messages, and Language), the Find Feature, and Living Individuals. This class will be taught by Richard Dodds.

'''Introduction to FamilySearch Family Tree (Class 2 of 6). February 5th.''' 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm at the Blackfoot FamilySearch Center. This Class will cover the Landscape Pedigree, the Portrait Pedigree, the Fanchart, the Descendancy Chart, and First Ancestors. This class is taught by Richard Dodds.

'''Introduction to FamilySearch Family Tree (3 of 6). February 12th.''' 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm at the Blackfoot FamilySearch Center. This class will be taught by Richard Dodds. This Class will cover Setting up the pages, Collaboration and Notes, Viewing Relationships, Editing Personal/Marriage Details, Adding Family Members/Marriages, Other Information, Life Sketches, Research Helps and Partners. Richard Dodds will be teaching this class.

'''Introduction to FamilySearch Family Tree (4 of 6). February 19th.''' 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm at the Blackfoot FamilySearch Center. This class covers Possible Duplicates, Merging by Personal ID Numbers, Unmerging/Restoring Records, and Marking Records Not a Match. This class is taught by Richard Dodds.

'''Introduction to FamilySearch Family Tree (5 of 6). February 26th.''' 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm at the Blackfoot FamilySearch Center. This class covers adding hints and using source linker, persons source lists, and adding dates to sources. Richard Dodds will be teaching this class.

'''Introduction to FamilySearch Family Tree (6 of 6). March 5th.''' 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm at the Blackfoot FamilySearch Center. This class will cover FamilySearch's Temple Ordinance Tabs. The class will be taught by Richard Dodds.

Advanced FamilySearch Family Tree. March 5th. 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm at the Blackfoot FamilySearch Center. This class will provide in-depth information about sources on FamilySearch. This class will be taught by Richard Dodds.

Databases and Software

 * The Blackfoot FamilySearch Center enables patrons to access the online FamilySearch Center Portal which gives patrons free access to several premium family history programs that generally charge for subscription. A list of these premium websites is available by clicking  here .


 * There is a local database of obituaries from in and near Blackfoot from 1983.

Hardware and Equipment

 * 25 Computer stations are available for patron use.
 * Lexmark scanner, copier, printer which will scan directly to FamilySearch Memories Gallery
 * Epson FastFoto Scanner for photos
 * Epson Flatbed Scanner

FamilySearch Center Staff
The Center is operated by volunteer Temple and Family History Consultants who will work individually with patrons as time and resources allow.

Other Resources in the Local Area
Bingham County Historical Society Archives Physical Address: 121 North Shilling   |   Mailing Address:  501 North Maple, Box 404 Blackfoot, ID 83221 208-785-9906 Website Blackfoot Public Library 129 N Broadway Blackfoot, ID 83221 208-785-8628 Website Bingham County Courthouse 501 N Maple Blackfoot, ID 83221 208-782-3160 Website City of Blackfoot, Idaho 157 N Broadway Blackfoot, ID 83221 208-785-8600 Website

Training Links
FamilySearch Learning Center FamilySearch Getting Started Ancestral Quest Learning Center RootsMagic Webinars Legacy Family Tree Training Videos Legacy Family Tree Webinars

Volunteer at the Center
Volunteers are the backbone of service. Community members are welcome to apply to serve at the Center. Use the phone number and/or email address posted above to volunteer.

FamilySearch Links:
FamilySearch: Access FamilyTree, FamilySearch Photos and Stories, and FamilySearch Indexed Records. Must establish a free account to access all resources on this site.

FamilySearch Memories: This is a section of FamilySearch that allows patrons to add photos and stories of their ancestors. Must establish a free account to access all resources on this site.

FamilySearch Research Wiki: Get research advice and learn how to access record collections.

FamilySearch Blog: FamilySearch's Genealogy and Family History Blog

Other Helpful Links:
Church History Biographical Database: The Church History Biographical Database is a deeply researched repository of biographical information on Latter-day Saints who lived during the first 110 years of the restored Church. It includes data from authoritative primary sources on over 61,000 pioneers who immigrated to Utah between 1847 and 1868, as well as information on over 44,000 missionaries who served between 1830 and 1940.

TreeSeek.com: Easily create charts with your data gathered from FamilySearch.org. Must establish a free FamilySearch account to access this site.

Calculate your relationship to famous people with Brigham Young University's Computer Science Department's Relative Finder. Must establish a free FamilySearch account to access the site.

Rootsmapper.com: Gives a visual map of the migration patterns your family has undergone. A fun way to link geography to family history!

Puzzilla.org: A wonderful tool for descendancy research! This program maps the family tree, then maps the collateral roots. Look for dead ends, click, and begin researching in FamilyTree.

Cleaning up your FamilyTree: A quick reference guide to cleaning up your family records.

Google Books: Search the world's most comprehensive index of full-text books.

American Research Links:
Chronicling America: Search America's historic newspaper pages from 1777-1963 or use the U.S. Newspaper Directory to find information about American newspapers published between 1690-present. Chronicling America is sponsored jointly by the National Endowment for the Humanities and the Library of Congress.

FindaGrave: Access and search transcriptions and photos of gravestones. Find A Grave is a resource for anyone in finding the final disposition of family, friends, and ‘famous' individuals. All transcriptions and photos are provided by volunteers.

Western States Marriage Index: Search extractions of early marriage records from counties in the western part of the United States.

Eastern Idaho Death Records: Search extractions of Eastern Idaho death records.

Idaho Digital Newspapers: Search by keywords through Idaho newspapers from 1863-1925.

Illinois State Archives : Search Illinois marriage records from 1763-1900, search  death records from 1916-1950 , or  death records from pre-1916.

Missouri Birth and Death Records: Search death certificates on file at the Missouri State Archives for deaths occurring between 1910 and 1962. Search pre-1910 birth and death records collected from local county recorders' offices.

Utah Digital Newspapers: Search by keywords through early Utah newspapers. This can be a great source for locating obituaries and death notices.

Utah State Archives: Search the online indexes and make research requests

Canada Library and Archives: Access Canadian records and census images.

European Research Links:
Danish Archives: Access Danish parish and census records. Censuses begin in the 1700s and cover through the 1900s. Danish Parish Records are relatively complete and, as available, cover from the 1600s through the 1900s. There are approximately 1,500,000 Americans of Danish origin or descent. Southeastern Idaho has a particularly large population of Danish Americans

Danish Census Records: Access the Danish Government's transcription of the Danish Census records.

Free BMD: Access the United Kingdom's Civil Registration Records. The recording of births, marriages and deaths was started in 1837 and is one of the most significant resources for genealogical research. This website allows patrons to search transcriptions of the civil registration indexes which contain information for the period 1837-1983.

General Register Office: Access the United Kingdom's Civil Registration records. The recording of births, marriages and deaths was started in 1837 and is one of the most significant resources for genealogical research. This website allows patrons to search transcriptions of the civil registration indexes which contain information for the period 1837-1983. These transcriptions are particularly useful because these transcriptions of birth records include the mother's maiden name for each child. Patrons are required to create a free account in order to use this index.