February 5 – put in your microfilm request

Gather your research materials and trek to your nearest FHC to put in your microfilm request. Bring enough cash to cover the rental fee. This task is from the 2006 article and today only 6 years later you can order them online.

According to familysearch.org website, FamilySearch’s Microfilm Ordering service is your gateway to a vast collection of genealogical and historical records. The service allows you to reserve and loan films to family history centers and affiliate libraries. The loan is free, but there is a small shipping and handling charge for each film.

Ordering is simple:

·         Sign in using FamilySearch Accounts with the link in the top right corner. If you do not have an account, clicking the Sign In link will prompt you to Register.

·         Locate the microfilm number(s) you want to order from the Family History Library Catalog located on FamilySearch.org.

·         Note: Before ordering any film, check to make sure the Family History Library Catalog does not have a digital copy online.  Also, make sure that your desired Family History Center doesn’t already have that copy of microfilm.

·         Select your loan type, enter the microfilm number, and click Search. Repeat this step for additional items.

When you are ready to submit your loan order, click the shopping cart in the upper right portion of the screen. You will then have a chance to review and confirm your order. After you submit your order, all films will be delivered to your designated family history center.