Fort Worth Texas FamilySearch Center

This center is located in Southwest Fort Worth Texas on Altamesa Boulevard between Hulen Street and Trail Lake Drive.

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NOTE: The FHC is currently open at the hours listed below, but as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic,

individual appointments are suggested by calling the Director at 817-320-3073.

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Center Contacts and Hours
Location Map:


 * Location on Map

Address:


 * 5001 Altamesa Blvd., Fort Worth, Texas  76133,  United States
 * Enter on East side of the church building of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints/ use stairs toward back corner of building.


 * Language: English

Phone:


 * 817-292-8393

E-mail:


 * philbess@aol.com

Open Hours:


 * Monday::10:00am - 1:00pm
 * Wednesday: 6:30pm - 8:30pm
 * Thursday: 10:00am - 4:00pm
 * Friday: 10:00am - 1:00pm
 * Saturday: 10:00am - 1:00pm

Holiday Schedule:

Closed for several traditional holidays and some adjacent days: (Private appointments may be available during Christmas holidays -- please call 817-320-3073).

Closed one Saturday early in April and October for General Conference (call for dates).

During severe weather, we will be closed -- please call before coming.

Collections

 * FamilySearch Catalog
 * More than 3600 films are on extended loan plus many microfiche. See lists in book at FSC.
 * However, most films are available online (and microfilm readers are not available at FSC.) 
 * 20 Volumes of Passenger and Immigration Lists Index (edited by Filby and Meyer)
 * Numerous reference books and other materials

Databases and Software

 * FSC Portal This center has access to the FamilySearch Center Portal, which gives free access in the center to premium family history software and websites that generally charge for subscriptions.
 * Access to several personal Family History software applications, including Ancestral Quest, Legacy, and Roots Magic, which synchronize with FamilySearch Family Tree.

Hardware and Equipment

 * Eight Internet-connected computers available for patron use.
 * One printer connected to computers, with flatbed scanner and USB output capability

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.