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CLOSED: At the present time, our FHC is closed until further notice. Please keep checking this website for news and updates. We have been asked if it is possible to access records that are viewable only at FHCs or affiliate … Continue reading →

Choose one activity a week – Choose one activity a day! Find a look-alike; facts about your birthday; try traditional recipes; questions for your story; Ancestor Challenge; Roots Tech Classes – https://www.familysearch.org/blog/en/family-activities/ In home activities; Who served in WW2? Women … Continue reading →

Following the recommendations of our government leaders and as a public health precaution, the WDC FHC is closed immediately until further notice. This website will provide updates and notification when we reopen. Please stay safe and be healthy.

The Washington DC Family History Center’s already strong collection of books on Colonial Maryland research has been augmented by over 100 books through a generous donation by staff member Vern Skinner. Books donated include Revolutionary Patriots (all 4 volumes), Quaker … Continue reading →

We have a new Kodak slide scanner that will capture an image of your slides in seconds instead of minutes. The quality is very good but not professional. To get optimum quality, you will need to do minor editing using … Continue reading →