Tuesday 3 March 2020

Go free!




There are a few free family history events coming up this month, both online and in the Glasgow area, so here's a short list for your perusal...and if you have a friend who you think could benefit from any of these, pass it on!


Online
7 March  FreeUK 'Genealo-thon'.  Give something back to the virtual family history community by helping other researchers break down their brick walls.

9 March  Free FutureLearn 6-week genealogy course – run in conjunction with the University of Strathclyde, this course is aimed at beginner to intermediate level.

12 March  24-Hour Genealogy Webinar Marathon starting at 9pm GMT.  Register online to access live presentations throughout the day on a huge range of subjects, including advice on researching Dutch, Scandinavian, and New Zealand ancestors, plus DNA and emigration topics.


In the Glasgow area
14 March  Fairfield Heritage Centre, Govan – Family History Research Open Day. Start researching your family tree, explore the centre’s recent discoveries, or share your family’s Fairfield stories.  

21 March  Summerlee Museum of Scottish Industrial Life, Coatbridge – Local History Fair with various heritage groups attending, and short talks planned.   

31 March  Mitchell Library, Glasgow  Library Resources for Family History. One of the Mitchell’s regular open events, this is an introduction to print and online resources for those starting out on their family tree.





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