Fresno Genealogy Happenings

In 2013, a cooperative effort of the Fresno County Public Library and the Fresno County Genealogical Society, The California History Room was renovated, reorganized, and transformed into the San Joaquin Valley Heritage & Genealogy Center, a better lighted, easier-to-explore, more comfortable Heritage Center.   Since moving upstairs in 1993, the Society's holdings have grown from about 60 books to over 12,000. The Society also has periodicals, CDs, microfiche, microfilm, computer, printer, Obituary file, and much more. A partial list can be seen on the  Library Resources Page The San Joaquin Valley Heritage & Genealogy Center is staffed by County employees and Fresno County Genealogy Society Volunteers. We have been very fortunate to have had a dedicated Society Librarian by the name of Mary Lou Talens since we moved upstairs in 1993. Due to her diligence, the Society Library has thrived and increased in size. Mary Lou retired in 2012. Kathleen Coleman replaced M...

There are a lot of genealogy Happenings around Fresno!! If you know of something let us know so we can spread the word! Keep checking back for more info on events around Fresno and the valley! Don't miss out on the California History & Genealogy Room at the Downtown branch of the Fresno County Public Library. It has over 19,000 books to help you in your genealogy search as well as, microfilm and internet access. Open M,T,W, F 10 am to 6 pm. Th- 10 am to 8 pm, Sat 9 am to 6 pm and Sun 1-6 pm. Genealogy volunteers are available to help!