| Introduction | p. 1 |
Part 1 | Starting Points and Basic Information | p. 3 |
1 | What Is the Family History Library? | p. 4 |
| Why do people go there? Discusses the depth of the collection and a brief history of the library | |
2 | Basics of Family History Research | p. 12 |
| Beginning/refresher Strategies. Basic sources for genealogical help and information, publications, societies, classes, online sources, conferences, and seminars. What real research is | |
Part 2 | Access to the Library Collection | p. 21 |
3 | FamilySearch Internet Genealogy Service | p. 22 |
| Internet access to information about genealogy and the collection. FamilySearch databases and resources | |
4 | Other Sources for Family History Library Information | p. 35 |
| Online and published information about the collections, FHL, and Family History Centers. FHL publications and other sources | |
5 | The Family History Library Catalog | p. 44 |
| Using the catalog to uncover records in the FHL collections | |
6 | Family History Centers | p. 56 |
| Accessing the FHL records from where you live using the 3,400 FHCs worldwide | |
7 | Going to Salt Lake City | p. 61 |
| The ultimate research trip. Preparing in advance for that trip. Trip-planning strategies and tips. What to do before you go and what to take along | |
Part 3 | The Records in the Family History Library | p. 73 |
8 | Major U.S. Collections | p. 74 |
| Overview of materials that are national or regional in scope | |
9 | Resources for U.S. Localities | p. 85 |
| Overviews of resources for states and counties. Major record collections, other resources, limitations of the collection, library finding aids, published guides, and tips | |
10 | Records of the World | p. 93 |
| Overviews of materials that cover countries outside the United States. Language and translation information and other tips | |
Part 4 | Researching On-Site at the Family History Library | p. 107 |
11 | The Family History Library Building | p. 108 |
| Where things are located in the building; some library rules | |
12 | Joseph Smith Memorial Building | p. 127 |
| Resources and records available at this exquisitely renovated facility | |
13 | Working in the Library | p. 133 |
| Organizing your workday and materials. Finding help in the Family History Library | |
14 | I Only Have a Few Hours! | p. 147 |
| Skiers, Olympic visitors, conventioneers, business travelers, vacationers. What they can do quickly when they find out about the genealogy library close by | |
15 | Group Research Trips | p. 152 |
| Going to Salt Lake City with a group or leading a group research trip | |
16 | Working With a Professional Researcher | p. 162 |
| Having professionals extend the work you've already done; consultations; hands-on assistance from professionals in the library | |
Part 5 | Making the Most of Your Trip to the Beautiful Salt Lake City Area | p. 166 |
17 | Salt Lake City Basics, A to Z | p. 167 |
| Getting there, weather, handicapped access, local transportation, and more. Includes map | |
18 | Accommodations | p. 180 |
| Hotels and motels, campgrounds, RV parks, and long-term stays. Includes map | |
19 | Restaurants | p. 185 |
| Map and listings with capsule information about selected restaurants including price range, hours, and comments | |
20 | Attractions and Services | p. 196 |
| Shopping, churches, bookstores, Convention and Visitors Bureau, what to do on Sunday in Salt Lake City and the area | |
21 | Temple Square | p. 207 |
| Information on the number one tourist area in Salt Lake City | |
22 | Other Area Research Repositories | p. 210 |
| Overview includes Brigham Young University, the University of Utah, and the Utah Historical Society | |
23 | Now What? After Your Trip | p. 213 |
| How to wrap up the trip and express gratitude to the library | |
Appendix A | Salt Lake City Quick Reference Information | p. 217 |
Appendix B | Helpful Reference | p. 223 |
Appendix C | Forms | p. 238 |
Appendix D | FHL Media Contact Information | p. 245 |
| Index | p. 246 |