Roanoke Virginia FamilySearch Center

Phone Number: 540-562-0125

Center Contacts and Hours Location Map:

 * Location Map

Address:

6311 Wayburn Dr., Salem, VA 24153 United States


 * Directions going north on Interstate 81
 * Take the VA-419 exit, EXIT 141, toward Salem.
 * Go 0.24 miles
 * Turn left onto N. Electric Rd/VA-419.
 * Go 1.02 miles
 * Turn left onto Dalewood Ave.
 * Dalewood Ave. is 0.2 miles past Locke St
 * If you reach Reece Rd. you've gone about 0.2 miles too far
 * Then 0.04 miles
 * Turn left onto Wayburn Dr.
 * Go 0.2 miles
 * FamilySearch Library is 6311 WAYBURN DR. on the left
 * FamilySearch Library is 6311 WAYBURN DR. on the left

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will be on the left. Go to the second parking area and drive toward the right back corner for the FamilySearch Center entrance.
 * Directions going south on Interstate 81
 * Exit 141 South Interstate 81 toward Salem, VA.
 * Depart ramp
 * Go 0.2 mi
 * Turn right onto VA-419 S / N Electric Rd.
 * Go 1.2 mi
 * Turn left onto Dalewood Ave. and then immediately turn left onto Wayburn Dr.
 * Go 0.2 mi
 * Arrive at 6311 Wayburn Dr., Salem, VA 24153





Language: English

Phone: (540) 562 0125

E-mail: [Mailto:va_roanoke@familyhistorymail.com va_roanoke@familyhistorymail.com]



Hours Open:

 * Tuesday: 10:00 A.M.-8:00 P.M.
 * Wednesday: 10:00 AM.-8:00 P.M.
 * Thursday: 10:00 A.M.-8:00 P.M.

Closed all major holidays:


 * 2023
 * Easter April 9-14
 * Memorial Day May28-June 1
 * Independence Day July 2-6
 * Labor Day September 3-7
 * Thanksgiving Nov. 19-23
 * Christmas/New Year Dec.17-Jan.1

Staff Training Meetings
Staff Training



Databases and Software

 * FamilySearch Center Portal This center has access to the FamilySearch 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

 * 6 Computers
 * 1 Scanner/Printer w/ USB Port

Center Services

 * This facility is available to hold classes for small groups. By appointment Sunday and Monday.

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.
 * Learn About Surnames: What does my surname mean and what is its origin?