Sonora California FamilySearch Center

FamilySearch Center Contacts and Hours
Address and Location Map:
 * Location Map
 * 19481 Hillsdale Drive, Sonora, California 95370 (note this is not a FamilySearch Center mailing address)
 * We are located inside the building and have ADA-compatible access. Entrance is at the main door to the building. Push door bell (on the wall to your left as you stand at the front door) and we will answer and open the door for you. Ample free parking is available.


 * Language: English

Sonora Family History Director: Sandra Turner

Phone:


 * 1-209-536-9206

E-mail:


 * CA_Sonora@familyhistorymail.org

Open Hours:


 * Tuesday: 1pm-4:00pm
 * Wednesday: 10:00am-4:00pm and 6:30pm-8:30pm
 * Thursday: 10:00am-1:00pm
 * Also by appointment by calling 209-605-2891

Holiday Closures:

November 20, 2023 through November 25, 2023

December 18, 2023 through January 1, 2024

We occasionally close unexpectedly due to inclement weather or illness. Please call for information about unexpected changes to our normal operation hours @ 209-605-2891.

Upcoming Events
Tuolumne County Genealogical Society Beginning Genealogy Workshop - Saturday, March 11th, 2023 (9:30am-3:30pm)

Tuolumne County Genealogical Society Workshop - Saturday, October 14, 2023 (9:00am to 4:00pm)

Staff Training Meeting
May 2023 - Date and Time TBD

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. Access to more than 2,400,000 microfilm reels.

Hardware and Equipment

 * 8 networked computer workstations with printer access
 * 2 copiers
 * 2 microfilm readers
 * 2 microfiche readers
 * 1 microfiche/film scanner
 * 1 flatbed scanner (standard size)
 * 1 extra large flatbed scanner (for extra large documents 11" x 17")
 * 1 Epson FastFoto scanner for rapid scanning of multiple pictures at a time

Staff Research Specialties
Translators available for the following languages:


 * Danish
 * French
 * German
 * Italian
 * Portuguese
 * Spanish
 * Tahitian

Resources in the Local Area
Tuolumne County Genealogical Society

Tuolumne County Historical Society

Carlo M. De Ferrari Archives

Links
Online Genealogy Records by Location
 * Using the FamilySearch Research Wiki: A comprehensive video presentation explaining the Wiki, navigating it, and some especially useful pages. Case studies demonstrate using the Wiki for genealogical research. Editing and adding articles to the Wiki are covered.

Volunteer at the Center

 * Do you want to learn more about doing family history? We will teach you how to help yourself while we teach you to help others. We encourage you to do your own research when not assisting patrons.
 * Would you like to serve a full or part time mission but need to stay close to home? Come join us at the FHC where you can meet many new people and help them find their ancestors.
 * Do you have special computer, language or research skills? We have a place for you to keep those skills honed and practiced, "Use 'em or lose 'em!"