Family History Library Classes and Webinars
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Family History Library is closed until further notice. Although our doors are closed, we are still available to serve you with special resources. For the latest Family History Library status updates, please refer to the FamilySearch newsroom |
While the Family History Library is closed, we will continue to provide webinars online. |
Family History Library Classes and Webinars[edit | edit source]
Welcome to the Family History Library Classes and Webinars page. On this page you will find a list of all the class schedules as well as webinars that will be taught. A webinar is a class that is broadcast over the internet, anyone interested can attend. In order to attend a webinar find the class from the below list. The classes are organized according to geographical region.
In order to view past webinars, you can scroll down to the Past Webinars section or click here.
For a list of other places that hold webinars click here.
All class times are scheduled in Mountain Time.
Class Schedule[edit | edit source]
Webinars Broadcast Via Zoom[edit | edit source]
Webinars are currently being broadcast via Zoom. If you are not familiar with the program, this short video will teach you how to use Zoom to join a meeting. Click here to view the video.
Find the class you are interested in and click on the "Link to webinar" to enter the online webinar room. Please make sure your headphones or speakers are connected BEFORE you enter the webinar room. We recommend that you enter the webinar about 15-20 minutes before the start time. This will help ensure that your sound is working before the webinar begins.
List of Online Classes in the Learning Center[edit | edit source]
Upcoming Webinars[edit | edit source]
Date | Class Title | Link to Webinar | Topic | Handout Link |
Mon, Nov 2, 10:00 AM MST | Using the FamilySearch Catalog | Link to Webinar | FamilySearch | Handout |
Tue, Nov 3, 10:00 AM MST | Using the FamilySearch Mobile Apps | Link to Webinar | FamilySearch | Handout |
Tue, Jan 5, 10:00 AM MST | Submitting Names for Temple Ordinances | Link to Webinar | FamilySearch | Handout |
European Research Webinars and Handouts
Date | Class Title | Link to Webinar | Topic | Handout Link |
Sat, Oct 24, 10:00 AM MDT | Resources on FamilySearch for German Research and Getting Help | Link to Webinar | Gemany (Beginner) | Handout |
Sat, Oct 24, 11:15 AM MDT | Germany: Historical Geography | Link to Webinar | Germany (Intermediate) | Handout |
Sat, Oct 24, 12:45 PM MDT | Württemberg Family Books | Link to Webinar | Germany (Intermediate) | Handout |
Sat, Oct 24, 2:00 PM MDT | Using Historical Newspapers to Learn More About Your German Ancestors | Link to Webinar | Germany (Intermediate) | |
Mon, Oct 26, 10:00 AM MDT | German Handwriting Seminar, Day 1 | Link to Webinar | Germany (Intermediate) | |
Tue, Oct 27, 10:00 AM MDT | German Handwriting Seminar, Day 2 | Link to Webinar | Germany (Intermediate) | |
Wed, Oct 28, 10:00 AM MDT | German Handwriting Seminar, Day 3 | Link to Webinar | Germany (Intermediate) | |
Thur, Oct 29, 10:00 AM MDT | German Handwriting Seminar, Day 4 | Link to Webinar | Germany (Intermediate) | |
Fri, Oct 30, 10:00 AM MDT | German Handwriting Seminar, Day 5 | Link to Webinar | Germany (Intermediate) | |
Mon, Nov 9, 10:00 AM MST | Latin Handwriting Seminar, Day 1 | Link to Webinar | Language (Intermediate) | |
Tue, Nov 10, 10:00 AM MST | Latin Handwriting Seminar, Day 2 | Link to Webinar | Language (Intermediate) | |
Wed, Nov 11, 10:00 AM MST | Latin Handwriting Seminar, Day 3 | Link to Webinar | Language (Intermediate) | |
Thur, Nov 12, 10:00 AM MST | Latin Handwriting Seminar, Day 4 | Link to Webinar | Language (Intermediate) | |
Fri, Nov 13, 10:00 AM MST | Latin Handwriting Seminar, Day 5 | Link to Webinar | Language (Intermediate) | |
Fri, Nov 13, 2:00 PM MST | Sjeleregister (Index of Literacy and Religion) for Norway | Link to Webinar | Norway (Intermediate) | |
Fri, Nov 20, 2:00 PM MST | Pre-1867 Emigration for Norway | Link to Webinar | Norway (Intermediate) |
Date | Class Title | Link to Webinar | Topic | Handout Link |
Mon, Oct 26, 9:00 AM MDT | "Mournful Exodus": Finding your Irish Ancestor’s Home | Link to Webinar | Ireland (Beginner) | |
Mon, Nov 30, 8:30 AM MST | Using the Wiki and Scotlands People for Scots Research | Link to Webinar | Scotland (Beginner) | |
Mon, Nov 30, 10:00 AM MST | Scotland Land and Property Records | Link to Webinar | Scotland (Beginner) | |
Mon, Nov 30, 11:30 AM MST | Och Aye! Understanding Weird Scottish Words and Phrases | Link to Webinar | Scotland (Beginner) | |
Mon, Nov 30, 1:00 PM MST | Scotland Probate Records | Link to Webinar | Scotland (Beginner) |
Date | Class Title | Link to Webinar | Topic | Handout Link |
Date | Class Title | Link to Webinar | Topic | Handout Link |
Research Webinars and Handouts in Spanish
Date | Class Title | Link to Webinar | Topic | Handout Link |
Past Webinars[edit | edit source]
To view past webinars, check out the page Classes in the Learning Center.