What would you give to be able to talk to one of your ancestors for an hour or two? The information would be invaluable! Sadly, many genealogists overlook the hidden value of their living ancestors. When considering living ancestors, don’t think birth dates, location, and general family information are the only pieces of information worth… Read More Oral Histories
Our oldest daughter turned 12 in February 2014, the same month the Granite Family History Center was dedicated. She became engaged in the work; indexing, adding memories, and finding names for temple ordinances. She found some stories about my grandparents and great-grandparents that I had never heard of before. She was excited and looked forward… Read More The Power of Temple and Family History Work: A Father’s Perspective
If you are looking for a way to get either your family or ward members involved in family history, but they seem a bit hesitant, you might want to consider becoming part of the indexing force which moves research along for others and yourself. How can you do this? The most productive and also fun… Read More Organize an Indexing Event
Ring in the new year with a resolution to learn and do more with your family history. New Sunday hours from Noon to 5:00 pm and a lineup of informative classes begin in January at the Granite Family History Center. What a great place for your family to spend some of your extra Sunday time together!… Read More Granite FHC Rings in the New Year with New Sunday Hours and Classes