Ogden FamilySearch Center/Discovery



  Available Group Activities  At the Ogden FamilySearch Center, we have varied experiences for different groups. The descriptions below will help you decide which activities are best for your age group. Please read carefully in order to ensure a positive experience. “Requested FamilySearch Training” includes any of the following activities:
 * FamilySearch Overview
 * Using Temple Ready to Find Family Names
 * Hands-on FamilySearch Scavenger Hunt
 * Your Requested Family History Topic

We encourage patrons to return to the Center often in order to connect to their family.

Family Group: All Ages
 * Discovery Area
 * Recording Rooms
 * Classroom Activities/Requested FamilySearch Training/Children’s Activity.

Children’s Group: Ages 8-11 
 * Family History Activity in Recording Room
 * Classroom Activity: “Family History” booklet
 * Recommended for Children's Groups and Family Activities

Youth Group: Ages 12-18  
 * Discovery Area
 * Recording Rooms
 * Classroom Activity: Requested FamilySearch Training

Adult Group: Ages 18+  
 * Discovery Area
 * Recording Rooms
 * Classroom Activity: Requested FamilySearch Training

 How to Prepare for Your Visit  Discovery Area: 
 * The Discovery Area is one of the Center’s most popular activities. Six large interactive screens will help you discover more about your ancestors.
 *  The best experience happens when guests have at least four generations in their family tree. We encourage parents/leaders to be engaged with their group.
 * Discovery Area is available Tuesdays and Thursdays 6:00 PM and 7:30 PM
 * Online Reservations are required for evening hours.
 *  Due to availability constraints please only book one appointment time per evening, if you have questions please call the Center 801.626.1132.
 *  Each participant should already have a FamilySearch account. Bring your FamilySearch.org User ID and password with you.<b/>
 * Walk-ins are welcome before 5:30 PM.
 * Use this link to schedule your Discovery Area appointment. Ogden Discovery Center Reservations

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 * The Ogden FamilySearch Center is available for adult and youth groups. Groups can facilitate their own family history instruction, or the Center will provide instruction, upon request.
 * When you make your reservation, please include what family history topic you would like to learn, number of guests in the group, and whether you need assistance.
 * <b> Each participant should already have a FamilySearch account. Bring your FamilySearch.org User ID and password with you.<b/>
 * If you're planning a class for something other than indexing, please make sure everyone has four generations in their family tree.
 * Reservations must be made by calling the Center Help Desk during business hours at 801.626.1132.

<FONT size="4"> <b>Childrens’ Group Activity:<b/> <FONT size="3">
 * This activity is specifically for children ages 8-11. It will introduce the children to family history. A Family History booklet will be given to each child, encouraging them to record memories. They will record a memory in our recording room, which can be shared through email.
 * Available dates/times are Tuesday & Thursday 3:00, 4:00, 5:30, 6:30 P.M. & Wednesday 3:00, 4:00 P.M.
 * Reservations are required.
 * We can accommodate groups of 15 or less for each reservation.
 * The activity will last approximately 1 hour.
 * Use this link to schedule your Childrens' Group Activity. Ogden Childrens’ Group Activity Reservations

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 * Have you ever wanted to hear the voice of your ancestor telling their story? Come to the Center and record a story, no reservation needed.
 * We have one large (accommodates ~8 people) and two small (accommodates 2 people) recording rooms for guests to record stories and experiences.
 * We encourage guests to come prepared with stories that can be told in less than 5 minutes. You can record multiple 5 minute segments.
 * Stories can be saved to FamilySearch by email or text. This is a fun way to preserve and share audible family memories.
 * Would you like help to prepare your short stories? Attend our class titled "How to Write Your Own Story".

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 * The Children’s Play Area is located on the first floor. We ask that you do not leave your children unattended. Computers are situated close by so that parents can do their family history work without leaving their children. No reservation is necessary.

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