Minneapolis Minnesota FamilySearch Center/Resources

Collections
Patrons at the family history center are welcome to view the following collections:
 * FamilySearch Catalog: -- Patrons are able to view images of digitized films available through the FamilySearch Catalog.


 * Microfilm Collection -- a collection of microfilms on a variety of subjects, including vital records, county records, court records, etc.


 * Microfiche Collection -- a collection of microfiche, assorted titles. Contain family histories, vital records, and other types of information.


 * Book Collection: -- Many genealogy related books, maps, gazetteers, and atlases

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

Genealogy database software
These genealogy programs can be used for free within the center:


 * '''RootsMagic
 * '''Legacy
 * '''Ancestral Quest
 * '''PAF
 * '''Family Insight
 * '''And others

Hardware and Equipment

 * 16 networked computer workstations
 * 1 Paper copier
 * 7 microfilm / 1 microfiche readers
 * 2 microfilm/fiche digital scanners
 * 1 flatbed scanner
 * Internet Access
 * Wireless Internet Access for Laptops

Archives and Libraries

 * Minnesota Historical Society and Archives - Link Is a source for many records from all over the state of Minnesota. Several classes are offered.
 * Hennepin County Library - Link They have several databases that can be accessed through a library card. The Minneapolis Library also has a large historical collection. All branches have many resources of interest to researchers.

Genealogy Societies

 * Minnesota Genealogical Society - Link A society that specializes in Minnesota research. They also have their own library of research materials. They offer conferences, meetings and many classes throughout the year.
 * Germanic Genealogy Society - Link A society that specializes in Germanic research. They offer conferences, meetings, and many classes throughout the year. They also house their library at Concordia Library in St. Paul, MN.

Classes
Click to see the schedule of FamilySearch Online Classes