Columbia South Carolina FamilySearch Center

Center Contacts and Hours
Location Map: Location Map

Address:  4440 Ft Jackson Blvd, Columbia, SC 28207


 * Language: English

Phone:  803-782-7141


 * 1-803-319-4072 ( Appointments)

E-mail:  [mailto:SC_Columbia@familyhistorymail.org SC_Columbia@familyhistorymail.org]


 * Charles &amp; Lillian Walton; co-directors


 * Bryce &amp; Phylls Hoverman; co-directors

Open Hours: 


 * Monday: Reserved for missionaries
 * Tuesday: 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
 * Wednesday: 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
 * Thursday: 2:00 PM - 8:00 PM
 * Friday: By Appointment
 * Saturday: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM First Saturday only
 * Sunday: By Appointment

Closures: 


 * 1st Saturday in October and April due to General Conference.
 * Week of Thanksgiving.
 * Week before and the week after Christmas.
 * Will be available by appointments at any time.

Collections

 * Patrons' Microfiche Collection -- a collection of fiche ordered by our patrons, assorted titles. Contain family histories, vital records, and other types of information.


 * Indefinite Film Collection -- a collection of films on a variety of subjects, to include vital records, county records, court records, etc.


 * Book Collection: -- Family History Surname Index - See an online index of the surnames in the books located at the center.

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

 * computers, microfilm readers, printer

Staff Research Specialties
One - on - one assistance available in developing your family tree and family histories

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.