Discover BYU Family History Resources via FamilySearch

Discover BYU Family History Resources via FamilySearch

This guide will show you how to access BYU family history resources through FamilySearch.

Steps to Access BYU Family History Resources:

1. Navigate to the FamilySearch Website: Go to FamilySearch.org and sign in.
2. Access the Learning Center:
   • From the FamilySearch homepage, find the "Activities" menu.
   • Click on "Activities" and select "Learning Center" from the dropdown menu.
3. Search for BYU Resources:
   • In the Learning Center search bar, type "BYU" or "Brigham Young University".
   • Press Enter or click the search icon.
4. Explore Available Resources:
   • Browse the search results to find resources related to family history provided by BYU.
   • Look for webinars, articles, and guides that may be available.
5. Utilize BYU Family History Archives:
   • BYU has its own Family History Archives. You can search for this archive within the FamilySearch catalog.
   • From the FamilySearch homepage, navigate to "Search" and select "Catalog".
   • In the catalog search, enter "Brigham Young University" in the "Place" field.
   • Click "Search" to find resources and collections held by BYU.
6. View BYU's Online Collections:
   • Check if BYU has digitized any of its family history collections and made them available online through its website or other platforms.
   • While FamilySearch may not directly link to these external resources, knowing about them can help you broaden your research.

By following these steps, you can discover and utilize the BYU family history resources available through FamilySearch.