Sandusky Ohio FamilySearch Center

'''We are a small library but capable of spending time helping the beginner, providing local access to films, and computer access to the FamilySearch Center Portal sites. We can help you begin indexing for familysearch. '''

Center Contacts and Hours
Location Map:


 * Location on Map

Address:


 * 4511 Galloway Road Sandusky OH 44870-6026 United States
 * List other languages guest will get help with when they come to the FHC center.


 * Language:English

Phone:


 * 1-419-626-0663 ( use answering machine for messages )

E-mail:


 * OH_Sandusky@familyhistorymail.org

FHC Director:


 * Mary Alice Williamson
 * Assistant Director:Jack Lee Williamson

Open Hours:


 * Wednesday:10:00am-2:00pm and 6:00pm-9:00pm
 * By appointment:Please call 1-419-626-0663

Holiday Schedule:

Closed on Holidays that fall on Wednesday: Closed the day before Thanksgiving: Closed the two weeks that include Christmas day and New Years day: Closed when weather closes the local schools:

Collections

 * Our Book Collection can be accessed at: librarything.com
 * Microfiche and Microfilm collections in various research areas

Databases and Software

 * FamilySearch Center 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

 * 3 computers with internet access
 * 4 microfilm readers
 * 2 microfiche readers
 * Digital Imaging Equipment for copying film/ fiche to USB flash drive, DVD, CD or paper.
 * 1 printer/copier
 * 1 flatbed scanner

Resources in the Local Area
The Sandusky Public Library

The Milan Public Library

Harris-Elmore Library - local history room

The Rutherford B Hayes Library

Center for Archival collections - Bowling Green State University

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.