Oakland California FamilySearch Center

Archives/Collections

Description

We have 292 books, 127 fiche, 189 microfilms & 44 maps that cover many periods. We also have 14 other centers associated with us in the area that have materials. The Oakland (California) Regional Family History Center is one of the largest and most accessible centers for genealogical research in California, with over 9,000 volumes of books, periodicals, family histories, city and county histories, city directories, plus over 37,000 reels of microfilm and 9,000 microfiche containing millions of local vital records and historical census data from all over the world.

Catalog System

On-site catalogs and databases available.

Exhibited

No

Outreach

None

Facilities

On-Site Technology

Yes

Workspaces

Yes

Open to the Public

Yes

Public Hours

Monday, Sunday: Request appointment
Tuesday: 10AM - 4PM
Wednesday - Thursday: 10AM - 8PM
Friday - Saturday: 10AM - 4PM

Research Hours

Same as Public Hours

Access Procedures

Open to the public. There is a charge for copies. Bring flash drives and copy to them to avoid any charges.