If you love searching for connections and uncovering stories from your past, join other genealogists at the Goulburn Mulwaree Library throughout August to celebrate National Family History Month. The Library is hosting a series of lunchtime talks and one-on-one workshops to help you learn more about researching ancestors, and assist you to navigate the brick walls and wild chases of genealogy research.
Here’s what’s happening:
On Thursday, 4th August at 12.30pm, Wendy Gallagher, Senior Advisor with the State Archives and Records Authority of NSW, will share what's new in the State Archives. Wendy will delve into lesser-known resources like Probate Packets and Correspondence Files, and explain the use of Collection Searching and Online Indexes to find these resources.
On Tuesday, 9th August at 12.30pm, Ruth Graham, CEO of the Society of Australian Genealogists, will provide an insight into researching UK-based ancestors through the discovery of her London heritage and their journey to New South Wales in her talk, “Searching for Little Dorrit”.
On Tuesday, 16th August at 12.30pm, the Library’s own Peta Luck, will team up with Queanbeyan Local Studies Librarian, Brigid Whitbread, to explore the resources available to house history researchers. Their talk on House and Building History Research, combines the use of social and built history resources, and they will also share some personal stories along the way.
On Tuesday, 23rd August at 1.30pm, join historians Catherine Bishop and Richard White for an afternoon of unexpected history. Catherine will talk about her latest book that delves into difficult aspects of Australia’s history in Too Much Cabbage and Jesus Christ: Australia’s “Mission Girl” Annie Lock. Richard will introduce his new edition of Symbols of Australia, where he surveys symbols from the Akubra to the wattle, with a focus on those changing the most.
During the last week of Family History Month, the Library is offering the opportunity to have a personal, one-to-one chat about your family history research. Find out how to get started with your family history research, get some guidance on solving a tricky mystery in your genealogy, or learn more about what’s available at the Library to assist with your research.
“We’re looking forward to celebrating Family History Month in the Library, and sharing the many resources available that are the backbone of family history research,” explained Erin Williams, Library Manager.
“Goulburn and surrounds have such a rich history, full of fascinating people and stories. Family history research is one of the best ways to connect with our past and keep our history alive. And the thrill of the chase can be very exciting too!”
Bookings are essential for all the events throughout the month, and can be made via the Library's website: https://gmlib.co/events or by contacting the Library on 4823 4435.
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