Family History Library of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

The Family History Library (FHL) of The Church Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church) is the world's largest genealogical research institution. Located in Salt Lake City, Utah, the library's extensive collection features U.S. and international historical society periodicals; family history monographs; and over 2.4 million rolls of microfilm that contain municipal government, church, and business records dating back to 1550. Through its family history centers and the FamilySearch.org Web site, the library provides public access to the names and vital statistics of more than a billion people. Serials Review learns about the library's own history, cataloging procedures, and digital projects.