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Classes and Webinars
BYU Library Family History Webinars
The BYU Library hosts family history webinars by experts on a variety of topics including research, resources, tools, and methods. It is easy to connect to these webinars and view them on your own computer or other device. See the live webinar schedule and view past recordings in our Webinar Library.
If you have any questions or comments about the webinars email us at fhl_webinars@byu.edu
Sunday Classes (Virtual)
Our virtual Sunday classes provide an opportunity to continuing learning about family history from our instructors. Anyone interested in learning more about Family History is welcome to attend. See our Sunday Classes page for information on upcoming classes.
Family History Q&As
Family history Q&As are open discussions with experts in specialized areas of family history. Q&A topics include computer tips & tricks and area or topic specific research. Visit Family History Q&As for more information.
Instructional Videos
In addition to webinars, the BYU Family History Library provides many family history instructional videos. These pre-recorded videos give you another way to learn more about family history in a convenient and up-to-date format. You can view these on our Instructional Videos page or on our YouTube channel.
Family History Basic Tutorials (for Latter-day Saints)
Our family history basic tutorials are designed for Latter-day Saints getting started with family history or helping others. They are short and to the point, 5-10 minutes long each. A handout is included with each one.
Family History Quick Tips
Quick Tips are one-page handouts designed to help in your family history efforts. In a few minutes you can learn something, such as tips for working on Family Tree, using family history apps, and where to go to get help and learn more. Not everyone is ready or able to immediately immerse themselves family history, but many can take a few minutes to learn something. When the time comes to really get involved, the learning curve will be shortened, and you will be able to master the challenges of family history with confidence.
Important Links
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BYU Library Catalog
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FamilySearch Microfilms & Fiche at BYU
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Scanning Equipment
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FamilySearch*
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Ancestry.com
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MyHeritage
Library Edition
(BYU campus) 
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Find My Past
(BYU Library) 
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Saints by Sea
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The Family History Guide
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County Histories
(BYU access) 
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Fold3
(BYU access) 
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Sanborn Maps
(BYU access) 
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HistoryGeo
(BYU access) 
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Gateway to North America
(BYU access)
"BYU access" means that the item is accessible on BYU campus or remotely for logged-in BYU students and faculty. If labeled “BYU campus” then it is available anywhere on BYU campus, but not remotely. "BYU Library" indicates that you may only access the resource while physically at the BYU Library. (If you have a personal account with any of these sites, you can access them anywhere. If so, it is best to access them directly rather than using these links.)
*FamilySearch is accessible anywhere on the Internet, but many of the images (ca. 25-30%) require viewing at a FamilySearch family history center or affiliate library. The BYU Library has access to these images.