Centralia Illinois FamilySearch Center

'''This center has been closed to the public due to Covid. We are currently undergoing minor renovations and plan to offer limited public hours as well as hours by appointment beginning in the fall of 2022 (dates pending).'''

Center Information
Location Map:  Location Map


 * Address:  2241 East Calumet Street, Centralia, Illinois 62801


 * Phone: 618-532-3484; 801-404-6031 (mobile, text)


 * E-Mail: [mailto:IL_Centralia@familyhistorymail.org IL_Centralia@familyhistorymail.org]

Open Hours


 * By Appointment beginning about September 2022

Holiday Schedule: Not Open on the following holidays:

New Years Eve, New Year's Day, Easter, Memorial Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day, Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas

Staff: 
 * Center Directors: Marilyn King, Peg Ivanyo
 * FHC Consultant: September McAdoo
 * FHC Consultant: Freda Gregg

Upcoming Events
None

Class Schedule
None

Staff Training Meetings
None

Collections

 * Our collection is currently under review. All microfilm formerly on permanent loan have been returned to Salt Lake as the materials are now available online through the FHC computers. Microfiche available include only those not yet digitized.

Databases and Software

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

Hardware and Equipment

 * Two Computers with Internet Access; one LexMark printer with scan to FamilySearch capability; one microfiche reader

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.