Nampa Idaho FamilySearch Center



''' We are having an open house on April 30th 2022 from 10am to 4pm. Please bring your neighbors and see what we have to offer. '''

Location Map:
 * Location Map

Address:


 * 101 N Canyon Street Nampa Idaho 83651-2050 United States


 * Language:English

Phone:


 * 1-208-467-5827
 * E-Mail: [mailto:Nampafamilyhistorycenter@gmail.com Nampafamilyhistorycenter@gmail.com]

Open Hours: NEW HOURS - STARTING MAY 1ST - SUNDAY 1PM TO 5PM
 * Monday: Closed
 * Tuesday: 9:30 AM to 8:30 PM
 * Wednesday: 9:30 AM to 8:30 PM
 * Thursday: 9:30 AM to 8:30 PM
 * Friday: Closed
 * Saturday: Closed
 * STARTING MAY 1ST 2022 OPEN SUNDAY 1PM TO 5 PM
 * We are looking for more volunteers. if you are interested please call us at 1-208-467-5827 to get information on how you can help serve.

Classes and or Workshops
Classes or workshops may be requested for your group. These may be scheduled at the Family History Center by calling us at 208 467-5827 to schedule a time for your group.

See class schedule below to sign up for a class.

Introduction to FamilySearch
This is a beginner level class focusing on the features and functions of using FamilySearch. If you are new to family history research or want to have a very basic refresher course, this class will be of interest to you. Participants in this class must have an open, free, FamilySearch account. If you need assistance to open an account, please visit the Nampa Family History Center during open hours, where volunteers will be available to help you.

This class will be repeated twice each month (except December) in order to give access to as many people as possible.

Walk-ins are always welcome

 New Consultant and Leadership Class 

These classes are for Ward or Stake Temple and Family History Consultants AND Ward or Stake Temple and Family History Leaders.

Have you wondered what your responsibilities are and how to get started?

Would you like to know where to find resources for continued learning?

This class is for you!

Walk-ins are always welcome

 Ward Consultants class is on the fourth Tuesday each month at 7 pm

 Leadership class is on the fourth Thursday each month at 7 pm

 Basic Family History Research 

This is a series of classes for those inexperienced in Family History Research and those who want a brush-up on knowledge and skills. Each of the twelve classes will cover topics ranging from instruction in use of the FamilySearch website and its navigation as well as an explanation of the research process and its tools, and resources for continued learning and personal problem solving. You have the option of registering for all of the classes or only those that meet your current interests and needs.

Participants in this class must have an open, free, FamilySearch account. If you need assistance to open an account, please visit the Nampa Family History Center during open hours, where volunteers will be available to help you.

Walk-ins are always welcome

 Intermediate Family History Research 

This is NOT a beginner class. This series of classes is designed for individuals who already have a functional understanding of the FamilySearch program and its navigation. In addition, they should feel comfortable with the basic research process and tools. The class will explore the process of actual research beyond the "hints." Through the coming year we will be looking at research topics and records such as census, vital, Church, naturalization, military, and much more!

These classes will only be offered the first week of each month, on a Tuesday and Thursday. Check the schedule for class times. If we find there is sufficient demand, more class options could be offered. Please let us know your needs.

Walk-ins are always welcome

Class Schedule for April, May, and June 2022

APRIL 2022

Tuesday April 12

10 am The Research Process  (Research Basics Course, #2)

7 pm Introduction to FamilySearch (A basic beginner class/ repeated monthly)

Thursday April 14

10 am Introduction to FamilySearch  (A basic beginner class/ repeated monthly)

7 pm The Research Process  (Research Basics Course, #2)

Tuesday April 19

10 am The Family History Guide  (Research Basics Course, #3)

7 pm Navigating FamilySearch  (A basic beginner class/ repeated monthly)

Thursday April 21

10 am Navigating Family Search  (A basic beginner class/ repeated monthly)

7pm the Family History Guide  (Research Basics Course, #3)

Tuesday April 26

10 am FamilySearch Help  (Research Basics Course, #4)

7 pm Ward & Stake Consultants Class

Thursday April 28

7 pm FamilySearch Help (classroom A) (Research Basics Course, #4)

7 pm Ward and Stake TFH Leaders

May 2022

Tuesday May 3

10 am FamilySearch Wiki  (Research Basics Course, #5)

7pm FamilySearch Partners (Intermediate level class)

Thursday May 5th

10 am FamilySearch Partners  (Intermediate level class)

7 pm FamilySearch Wiki  (Research Basics Course, #5)

Tuesday May 10

10 am FamilySearch Historical Records  (Research Basics Course, #6)

7 pm Introduction to FamilySearch (A basic beginner class/ repeated monthly)

Thursday May 12

10 am Introduction to FamilySearch (A basic beginner class/ repeated monthly)

7pm FamilySearch Historical Records (Research Basics Course, #6)

Tuesday May 17th

10 am FamilySearch Catalog  (Research Basics Course, #7)

7 pm Navigating FamilySearch  (A basic beginner class/ repeated monthly)

Thursday May 19

10 am Navigating FamilySearch  (A basic beginner class/ repeated monthly)

7 pm FamilySearch Catalog (Research Basics Course, #7)

Tuesday May 24

10 am Searching Digital Images  (Research Basics Course, #8)

7 pm Ward and Stake Consultants Class

Thursday May 26

7 pm Searching Digital Images (Classroom A)  (Research Basics Course, #8)

7 pm Ward and Stake TFH Leaders Class (Classroom B)

Tuesday May 31

10 am FamilySearch Merging  (Research Basics Course, #9)

JUNE 2022

Thursday June 2

7 pm FamilySearch Merging  (Research Basics Course, #9)

Tuesday June 7

10 am FamilySearch Memories  (Research Basics Course, #10)

7 pm Census Records  (Intermediate level class)

Thursday June 9

10 am Census Records  (Intermediate level class)

7pm FamilySearch Memories (Research Basics Course, #10)

Tuesday June 14

10 am FamilySearch Tips and Tricks  (Research Basics Course, #11)

7 pm Introduction to FamilySearch (A basic beginner class/ repeated monthly)

Thursday June 16

10 am Introduction to FamilySearch  (A basic beginner class/ repeated monthly)

7 pm FamilySearch Tips and Tricks (Research Basics Course, #11)

Tuesday June 21

10 am Composite Class  (Research Basics Course, #12)

7 pm Navigating FamilySearch  (A basic beginner class/ repeated monthly)

Thursday June 23

10 am Navigating FamilySearch  (A basic beginner class/ repeated monthly)

7 pm Composite Class  (Research Basics Course, #12)

Tuesday June 28

10 am Review Questions and Answers  (Research Basics Course, Review)

7 pm Ward and Stake Consultants Class

Thursday June 30

7 pm Review Question and Answers (Classroom A)  (Research Basics Course, Review)

7 pm Ward and Stake TFH Leaders Class (Classroom B)

Preparations for Groups Attending the Family History Center
1. GROUPS: Please have each Person Create a FamilySearch Account Before Coming to Class


 * a. Bring up the Internet on their home computer.
 * b. Click on the address bar (the words will turn blue) and type “familysearch.org” and tap the Enter key.
 * c. Click on “Sign In” which is found toward the top right side of the screen.
 * d. A sign in screen will appear. Click on “Create New Account.”
 * e. Click on “FamilySearch Account” and then click “Continue” and then follow the instructions on that screen.

2. Family Research: If they are coming to find, or learn how to find, ancestors for whom you want to do temple work, please bring a filled-out Four Generation Pedigree Chart. If you do not have that information, please bring the names, birth or death dates, and birth or death places of ancestors who have passed on (one to four names will be helpful).

3. Indexing: If your group is coming to do Indexing, you will only need to create their FamilySearch Account before coming.

Premium Research Websites
The following Premium Subscription Websites are available for use, free of charge, at the Center:


 * 19th Century British Library Newspaper Digital Archive
 * Access Newspaper Archive
 * Alexander Street Press-The American Civil War
 * Ancestry.com
 * Find My Past
 * Footnote.com
 * The Genealogist
 * Godfrey Memorial Library
 * Heritage Quest Online
 * Historic Map Works Library Edition
 * Paper Trail
 * World Vital Records

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