About the Church History Library
“Behold, there shall be a record kept among you.”
—Doctrine and Covenants 21:1
—Doctrine and Covenants 21:1
Recent Blog Posts
The Church History Department is now accepting grant applications to fund on-site research in the Church History Library.
The Church History Department is now accepting grant applications to fund on-site research in the Church History Library.
Newly Accessible Collections, March 2025
Explore dozens of newly accessible collections to enable your research wherever you are in the world.
Church History Library Research Tips: How to Find Family in the Biographical Database in Four Simple Steps
The Church History Biographical Database is an incredible resource to research ancestors and other historical figures who lived during the Church’s formative years. Learn how to find your ancestors in four simple steps.
Newly Accessible Collections, February 2025
Explore dozens of newly accessible collections to enable your research wherever you are in the world.
Newly Accessible Collections, January 2025
Explore dozens of newly accessible collections to enable your research wherever you are in the world.
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Video Library
Behind the Scenes at the Church History Library
Experience the Church History Library
Egyptian Papyrus: Preserving History in the Church History Library
Nauvoo Temple Daguerreotype: The Lord is in the Details
A Journal’s Journey through the Church History Library
The Story Lives Here
Teachings of Wilford Woodruff: The Importance of Record Keeping
Church History Library Timeline
For more videos highlighting events from Church history and the work of the Church History Department, check out our YouTube channel.