College Station Texas FamilySearch Center

The College Station FamilySearch Center is a resource for everyone in the Brazos Valley. Patrons have free access to premium family history sites like Ancestry, FindMyPast, Irish Ancestors, MyHeritage, NewspaperArchinve, GenealogyBank, Fold3, etc., as well as records in the FamilySearch collection that are protected by copyright agreements. Volunteers at the FamilySearch Center also provide free one-on-one help with family history research and personalized family history experiences.

Center Contacts and Hours
Location Map:


 * Location on Map

Address:

2500 Barak Ln Bryan, TX 77802 United States

E-mail:


 * TX_CollegeStation@familyhistorymail.org
 * jfarnz@hotmail.com

Open Hours

Wednesday 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm or by appointment 979-739-2244

Holiday Schedule:

Closed all major holidays.

Upcoming Events
October 21, 2023 10 am - 12 pm  FamilySearch Center Open House

Databases and Software

 * FamilySearch Center Portal This center has access to the FamilySearch Center Portal page which gives free access in the center to premium family history software and websites that generally charge for subscriptions.

Hardware and Equipment

 * This center has four desktop computers and a printer for patron use. In addition, patrons may bring their own laptop and download a Chrome extension to view premium websites from their own device while in the center.

Staff Research Specialties

 * We have Temple and Family History Consultants to assist you. These volunteers donate their time and some specialize in the following areas:
 * Family Tree - staff members provide free personal help to anyone looking for family history information
 * Local family history resources

Resources in the Local Area
Brazos County Clerk's Office

Brazos Valley African American Museum

Bryan Historic Preservation

Carnegie History Center

College Station Historic Preservation Committee

La Villita Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution

Star of the Republic Museum

Texas Research Ramblers Genealogical Society

Links
Local affiliate sites:

Brazos Valley African American Museum

Carnegie History Center

Useful wikis:

African American Genealogy

African American Resources for Texas

Brazos County, Texas History

Brazos County, Texas Genealogy

Bryan, Texas FamilySearch Catalog

College Station, Texas FamilySearch Catalog

Kurten, Texas FamilySearch Catalog

Mexico Genealogy

Texas Emigration and Immigration

Texas, United States Genealogy

Volunteer at the Center
We welcome volunteers from the community to serve in the FamilySearch Center. It's a great way to help others and to learn by doing. You do not need to be an expert. Ability to use a computer and willingness to become familiar with the FamilySearch website and resources are key. Contact the FSC directors at the phone number or e-mails listed above for more information.