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.

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.
 * This experience is designed for adults and youth age 11 and older.
 * The Discovery experience typically lasts about 45-50 minutes.
 *  Important information to prepare for your visit:
 * Each participant should already have a FamilySearch account. Check the FamilySearch.org User ID and password of all participants to ensure they are working prior to your visit.
 * The best experience happens when guests are connected to at least four generations in their FamilySearch tree.
 * Parents/leaders are expected to be engaged with and supervise their group to prevent abuse of the equipment and inappropriate use of computers.
 * The Discovery Area is available Tuesdays, Wednesdays (starting May 4), and Thursdays at 6:00, 7:00, and 8:00 PM. Online reservations are required.
 * Group size is limited to 15 people. Due to availability constraints, please only book one appointment time per evening.
 * If your group is larger than 15, please call the Center at 801.626.1132 to discuss options.
 * Walk-ins are welcome before 5:30 PM.
 * Use this link to schedule your Discovery Area appointment. Ogden Discovery Center Reservations

 Large and Small Classrooms: 
 * The Ogden FamilySearch Center classrooms are available for adult and youth groups. Groups can facilitate their own family history instruction or the Center will provide instruction upon request.
 * Family history training could include any of the following:
 * FamilySearch overview
 * Using Ordinances Ready to find family names for the temple
 * Hands-on FamilySearch scavenger hunt
 * Indexing or standardization
 * Other requested family history topics
 * When you make your reservation, please include what family history topic you would like to learn, number of guests in the group, and whether or not you will need assistance.
 *  Important information to prepare for your visit:
 * Each participant should already have a FamilySearch account. Check the FamilySearch.org User ID and password of all participants to ensure they are working prior to your visit.
 * The best experience happens when guests are connected to at least four generations in their FamilySearch tree.
 * Parents/leaders are expected to be engaged with and supervise their group to prevent abuse of the equipment and inappropriate use of computers.
 * 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.

 Childrens’ Group Activity: 
 * This program is designed for Children’s Achievement Day Groups (ages 8-11). They will learn what Genealogy, or Family History, is all about as they engage in various fun activities. They will receive a take-home booklet to complete with their parents.
 * The group will take a photo that their leader will share privately to each child’s parent via email.
 * Available appointments are in the after-school hours: Monday and Friday between before 5:00 and Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday before 6:30. Earlier times can be arranged for families with homeschoolers
 * Reservations are required.
 * We can accommodate groups of 15 or less for each reservation.
 * We ask that there be one adult for every 3 children and that the adults stay with the group the entire time.
 * The activity will last about 1 hour and 10 minutes.
 * Use this link to schedule your children's group activity. Ogden Childrens’ Group Activity Reservations
 * If you are a homeschool family, you may select an earlier time prior to 2:00 pm, but must call the center in advance to schedule. (801 626-1132)

<FONT size="5"> Recording Rooms: <FONT size="3">
 * 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 in preparing your short stories? Attend our class titled "How to Write Your Own Story."

<FONT size="5"> Snack Bar/Serving Area:
 * The Serving Area is located on the first floor and is available for groups who want to serve refreshments as part of their visit to the Center or for patrons doing research.
 * A refrigerator and microwave are available for your use.
 * No food is provided by the Center.
 * Please ensure that any refreshments are kept in the Serving Area. Food and drinks (other than water) are prohibited in all other areas of the Center.
 * We ask that those using the Serving Area thoroughly clean the area when they are done so other patrons can enjoy the facilities.
 * Reservations are not required.

<FONT size="5"> Childrens’ Area: <FONT size="3">
 * The Children’s Play Area is located on the first floor. It is available during hours of operation. Parents must supervise their children at all times. Due to the difficulty of sterilizing toys between uses, if toys are desired families should bring their own. Crayons and paper are available at the Help Desk for children to use.

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