FamilySearch Wiki:WikiProject World Survey Archives and Libraries

Archives and Libraries Project for Underserved Countries
Project Leader: Danielle Task List: Task List Example: Albania Archives and Libraries Purpose: To create, reformat, and/or add content to every country Archives & Libraries wiki page.

Task List
Click here for the task list.

Instructions
Go go the Task List and choose a country to research.

Step 1.A. If Archives & Libraries Page Doesn't Exist
 Click on the country in the Task Bar to take you to that country's wiki page.

Click on the red "Archives & Libraries" link to create the page.

Paste in this code:


 * Archives collect and preserve original documents of organizations such as churches or governments. Libraries generally collect published sources such as books, maps, and microfilm.
 * If you plan to visit a repository, contact them and ask for information about their collection, hours, services, and fees. Ask if they require you to have a reader’s ticket (a paper indicating you are a responsible researcher) to view the records, and ask how to obtain one.
 * Although the records you need may be in an archive or library, the FamilySearch Library may have microfilmed and/or digitized copies of them.

Civil Records Offices
The General Register Office holds a central copy of all birth, marriage, and death registrations in England. These certificates can be ordered from their website (a login is required but it is free to register and search). However, in some cases research can be more efficient working with the more narrowed-down records of county registry offices.

Sometimes research might be required to determine where a town or parish was in a former registration district, or even its current district.

Step 1.B. If Archives & Libraries Page Already Exists
 Make sure the page has these 4 headings: 
 * == Archives ==
 * == Libraries ==
 * == Museums ==
 * == Record Offices ==

If these headings are not on the page, add them. Put every place under the relevant heading (if they are not already there) and in the correct format.
 * If there is any missing information for that place (i.e. address, email, telephone number, brief synopsis, etc.) add it.

If there are other headings already on the page, add their content under the most relevant heading (of the 4) and delete that heading. If there is any content not under a heading (such as an introduction), put it under the most relevant heading.</li> </ol>

Step 2: Research

 * Research every country to find relevant country archives, libraries, genelaogical museums, and record offices.
 * Check all websites on the page.
 * If the repository has a Facebook page either in the place of a website or in addition to, add it to the information using [URL Facebook]

Archives
Archives Portal Europe Include: name, address, telephone number, email, website, and brief synopsis (about goals and resources available) of each archive.
 * Note: include the actual name of the archive and the English version.
 * If there are many archives, it is fine to add subheadings to organize them (such as: national archives/regional archives/provincial archives, by county/region, etc.).

Example of how to add an archive: Drejtoria e Përgjithshme e Arkivave (General Directorate of Archives) Rruga "Jordan Misja" Tirana, Albania Telephone: +355 4 4541798 Email: [mailto:dpa@albarchive.gov.al dpa@albarchive.gov.al] Website


 * The archives holds documents important to the nation's history and has an online catalog. The archives is a partner with World Digital Library.

Libraries
Include: name, address, telephone number, email, and website.
 * Note: include the actual name of the archive and the English version.
 * If there are many libraries, it is fine to add subheadings to organize them (such as: by county/region, etc.).

Example of how to add a library: Biblioteka Kombëtare e Shqipërisë (National Library of Albania) Sheshi Skënderbej Tirana, Albania Telephone: +355 422 23 843 Website

Museums
Include: name, address, telephone number, email, website, and brief synopsis (about scope, purpose) of each museum.
 * Note: include the actual name of the archive and the English version.
 * If there are many museums, it is fine to add subheadings to organize them (such as: by county/region, by type, etc.).

Example of how to add a museum: Muzeu Historik Kombëtar (National Museum of History) Sheshi Skenderbej 7 Tirana, Albania Telephone: +35542223977 Email: [mailto:dorian.koci@mhk.gov.al dorian.koci@mhk.gov.al] Website


 * The museum aims to cultivate appreciation for Albanian history and for Albania in world history. The museum holds materials pertaining to the history and culture of Albania.

Record Offices
Include: name, address, telephone number, email, website, and brief synopsis (purpose, what they hold).
 * Note: include the actual name of the archive and the English version.
 * If there are many record offices, it is fine to add subheadings to organize them (such as: by county/region, etc.).

Example of how to add a record office: Public Record Office Unit 40A Spring Valley Industrial Estate Douglas, Isle of Man, IM2 2QS Telephone: +44 (0) 1624 693569 Email: [mailto:public.records@gov.im public.records@gov.im] Website


 * The Isle of Man Public Record Office preserves the records of the government. These records include those from the national and local governments and the courts.

Helpful Websites

 * www.google.com
 * www.wikipedia.org
 * www.lib-web.org (list of libraries in most countries in the world)
 * www.cyndislist.com (look in the "Libraries, Archives & Museums" category for each region)
 * www.lanic.utexas.edu (links to various archives in Central/South America - some links do not work but it is a good foundation to know what archives exist. Click on the country underneath "Country Resources")

Translating the Website
Because you are researching in countries around the world, oftentimes websites will be in another language. There are a few ways to get around this: <ul> When on the website, look at the top of the page for a button that will take you to the English version of the site (many international websites have this). This may look like a link that says "Other languages" or "English". It may look be a link that says the language the website is currently in. Or it may even be the British or United States flag (instead of a word). If you click on the link, it will either change the website to the English version or a dropdown will appear and you will then click on "English" to change it to that version.</li>
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After searching in Google to find the archive/library, look next to the link for the words "Translate this page". Google will translate the page for you when you click on the link.</li>
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When you are already on the page, right click on the mouse and click "Translate to English".</li>
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When already on the page, a popup may appear asking "Translate this page?"</li>
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