The use of technology in family history is changing almost on a daily basis. The use of technology in the Granite Family History Center is no different. In order to better serve the increasing number of patrons and events at the FHC, we have undertaken some major changes to both teaching spaces and the auxiliary spaces.

During the months of August and September renovations have been going on in Room 101 and the book scanner room. Upscale rolling tables that match the decorating scheme in Room 102 have been added. These tables allow for re-purposing the room to accommodate various event needs and provide flexibility for setup. We will be receiving 19 new all-in-one computers (wireless) that will increase the number of patrons the room can accommodate. In addition, the youth section (couches) had been relocated to the back of the room and equipped with a multi-use TV for the facilitation of youth meetings that use mobile devises for presentations.

The book scanner room is being remodeled to accommodate the book scanner and provide 3 additional computers for use by walk-in patrons as an overflow area when both classrooms are in use for events/classes.

The instructor stations are being equipped with the ability to present live streams over the internet for patrons who want to “attend” a class remotely. Classes will also be recorded and available 24/7 on the FHC website for viewing any time. We are also working on an internet-based class registration program to make registering for classes possible.     –Bob Ives