FamilyHistoryWA
Until the current pandemic restrictions are lifted all events for FamilyHistoryWA will be conducted ONLINE. Instructions on how to join an online meeting are here https://tinyurl.com/ya3s4on4.
All our activities are run on Western Australian time, so please adjust accordingly for your location.
Writers Group
Between Wednesday 1 December 2021 and Wednesday 3 August 2022
Are you writing your family history or don't know where to start? Join this group of family historians who go beyond names and dates to flesh out the stories behind their ancestors. Monthly meetings include presentations and discussions to aid our writing. We have optional writing assignments and in small groups we positively critique our submitted stories.
Scottish Special Interest Group
Between Sunday 20 February 2022 and Friday 1 July 2022
The Scottish Special Interest Group of FamilyHistoryWA holds its meetings quarterly.
Make sure you check the notes attached to the session you are booking to determine whether the session is Face-to-Face at May Street or is being held online.
FamilyHistory
The Four Courts Memorial Lunch
1 July 2022 12:00 PM
You are invited to the
*Four Courts Memorial Lunch*
To mark the anniversary of the
Explosion at the Four Courts Building in Dublin in 1922
And the tragic loss of Genealogical Records
RSVP by 30th June
J.B O'Reilly,
Irish Special Interest Group
Between Sunday 16 January 2022 and Friday 1 July 2022
Join us at J.B O'Reillys to celebrate the 100th Anniversary of the bombing of the Four Courts in Dublin.
J.B. O'Reilly's
Resources at May St and Information about FHWA
Wednesday 15 June 2022
An introduction to the resources available at our Research Centre and a demonstration of our computer system to search the Internet and databases on our computers.
Learn about our society of family historians, and discover some of the resources on the website.
Participants may stay on to do their own research with assistance from FHWA library volunteers.
FHWA Unit 4 Workshop
FHWA Family Tree Maker User Group
Between Saturday 19 March 2022 and Thursday 2 June 2022
In April we will be talking about using FTM and Ancestry together.
Online Tuesday Conversations @ 7pm
Tuesday 17 May 2022
Share wine and cheese, and coffee and cake with other family historians while hearing from our excellent storyteller.
Collie - Come Visit with FHWA
Thursday 12 May 2022
An overnight adventure to Collie and surrounds
Collie Public Library
Western Australian Special Interest Group
Between Saturday 5 February 2022 and Saturday 7 May 2022
The regular quarterly meeting of the Western Australian Special Interest Group of FamilyHistoryWA
The Master Genealogist Special Interest Group
Saturday 7 May 2022
The Master Genealogist Special Interest Group will meet quarterly online on the first Saturday of the month in 2021.
Organising Your Records
Wednesday 30 March 2022
When you go looking for your family history, it is easy to become buried under a mountain of records. But a simple method of naming both hard copy and digital files will help you to keep everything under control.
Whether you are just starting your search, or you have been doing this for years, there's something to be learned in this informative session.
FTM Beginners - brought to you by the Perth FTM User Group
Between Saturday 8 January 2022 and Thursday 24 February 2022
This is a BEGINNERS workshop and is in addition to the normal monthly meetings.
We will be covering
- how to enter data into FTM from the very basics - name, dates, places
- how to add a profile photo
- how to add media
- how to add a source
- how to add parents
- how to add children
Normal workshop pricing will apply to tickets for this session.
Find My Past and the 1921 Census
Tuesday 8 February 2022
Paul Nixon from FindMyPast, London, is presenting Introducing the 1921 Census of England & Wales.
Join Paul for an unmissable exploration of the biggest new arrival in family history. After years spent digitising and transcribing this unique snapshot of our recent history, discover the stories and secrets contained within. Get tips for effective searching and using it to trace elusive relatives, we'll learn how the 1921 Census will help you understand your ancestors’ lives better. And your own.
Special General Meeting
Sunday 6 February 2022
Unit 4, 48 May Street, Bayswater
Please bring a mask, your proof of vaccination status and sign in to SafeWA as required.
If the situation with Covid-19 changes, Management Committee may decide to hold this meeting online.
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
London, South of England and Wales SIG
Between Saturday 20 March 2021 and Saturday 4 December 2021
Saturday 4 December 2021 11am
Geoff Barber will present "17th Century Tokens" with a focus on Sussex and Kent.
Also, being our last meeting for the year, please feel free to bring a little share plate for lunch.
LSEW SIG meetings will occur quarterly on Saturdays in June, September, December and March. Meetings may be online, face-to-face or mixed mode depending on the situation at the time. This information will be updated as and when it becomes available
FamilyHistoryWA
Scottish Special Interest Group Research Session
Between Friday 7 May 2021 and Friday 3 December 2021
The regular research session of the Scottish SIG of FamilyHistoryWA
FHWA Unit 6 Workshop
Africa south of the Equator.
Between Monday 9 August 2021 and Monday 13 September 2021
Ancestors from Africa south of the Equator? Come and share your research to discover new options to hunt your African ancestors' lives.
Bring your lunch, grab a tea or coffee, and join us.
FHWA Research Centre Unit 4
FAMILY HISTORY STAYCATION
Between Tuesday 3 August 2021 and Thursday 5 August 2021
How to research your family tree in the Covid-19 era.
A National Family History Month event in the Great Southern Room at the State Library of Western Australia.
Three days of talks and research time for people wishing to begin their family history journey.
?? Room
FTM Beginners - brought to you by the Perth FTM User Group
Between Monday 11 January 2021 and Wednesday 14 July 2021
This is a BEGINNERS workshop and is in addition to the normal monthly meetings.
We will be covering
- how to enter data into FTM from the very basics - name, dates, places
- how to add a profile photo
- how to add media
- how to add a source
- how to add parents
- how to add children
Normal workshop pricing will apply to tickets for this session.
Visit - National Archives of Australia
Tuesday 13 July 2021
Visit the facilities in Northbridge. Hear a presentation about the facilities and services, and a demonstration of the website and learn how to search for records. Afterwards you will have an opportunity to talk with staff and visit the exhibition "Wild West: Animals in the Archives".
National Archives of Australia
Annual General Meeting
Sunday 27 June 2021
The 42nd Annual General Meeting of FamilyHistoryWA (operating name of Western Australian Genealogical Society Inc) will be held at the Bayswater Community Centre, 27 King William St, Bayswater WA 6053.
If it is a nice day, come along from 12 noon onwards, bring some sandwiches and have a picnic in the park. The formal meeting starts at 2pm.
Bayswater Community Centre
Queensland Online Records
Saturday 12 June 2021
Join this online session to hear Dr Kerry Raymond tell us about the myriad of valuable records for family historians with Queensland connections.
Where were they in WA?
Wednesday 2 June 2021
Join the State Library of Western Australia and FamilyHistoryWA and learn how to research your family history in Western Australia.
During the day you will hear how to get started with your research and how to use resources that focus on Western Australia but can be used for everywhere. During the day there will be time for you to visit the family history centre at SLWA and to have a chat with others.
Coffee and tea available before talks start at 9.30am.
Numbers are very limited - Book NOW!
Geographe Room at State Library of Western Australia
Organising Your Records
Between Wednesday 13 January 2021 and Saturday 29 May 2021
When you go looking for your family history, it is easy to become buried under a mountain of records. But a simple method of naming both hard copy and digital files will help you to keep everything under control.
Whether you are just starting your search, or you have been doing this for years, there's something to be learned in this informative session.
Danish Research at May Street
Tuesday 18 May 2021
Neil Wilson will provide an in depth guide to researching your ancestor in Denmark. There will be plenty of time to use the resources of the research centre to research your Danish Ancestors with Neil's assistance.
The session will also be useful for us researching in nearby countries and for volunteers at May Street and the State Library.
Note: this session is booked for 2.5 hours.
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
FHWA Research Centre Bookings - March 8 to March 13
Between Monday 8 March 2021 and Saturday 13 March 2021
Bookings for use of resources at May Street in Units 5 and 6. On entry you must complete the mandatory Contact Register either by scanning the OCR or completing the written record.
You must not come to May Street if you are waiting on the results of a COVID-19 test, have a fever, are displaying symptoms of cold or flu, or if you have been exposed to another person who may be suffering from COVID-19 or who is awaiting the results of a COVID-19 test.
Library & Resource Centre
Genie Chatter in the Park (CANCELLED)
Monday 8 March 2021
Display your family history without writing a book!
How else can you tell or display your story?
Bring your examples or ideas you and others might do.
Bring your materials and ideas, but do not forget your chair, lunch and drink.
If the weather is unfavourable an alternative COVID safe venue will be advised before the day.
Bert Wright Park
FHWA Research Centre Bookings - February 22 to March 6
Between Monday 22 February 2021 and Saturday 6 March 2021
Bookings for use of resources at May Street in Units 5 and 6.
You must not come to May Street if you are waiting on the results of a COVID-19 test, have a fever, are displaying symptoms of cold or flu, or if you have been exposed to another person who may be suffering from COVID-19 or who is awaiting the results of a COVID-19 test.
On entry you must complete the mandatory Contact Register either by scanning the OCR or completing the written record.
Library & Resource Centre
FHWA Research Centre Bookings : February 8 - February 20
Between Monday 8 February 2021 and Saturday 20 February 2021
Bookings for use of resources at May Street in Units 5 and 6.
You must not come to May Street if you are waiting on the results of a COVID-19 test, have a fever, are displaying symptoms of cold or flu, or if you have been exposed to another person who may be suffering from COVID-19 or who is awaiting the results of a COVID-19 test.
On entry you must complete the mandatory Contact Register either by scanning the OCR or completing the written record.
Library & Resource Centre
FHWA Research Centre Bookings - January 25 to February 6
Between Monday 25 January 2021 and Saturday 6 February 2021
Bookings for use of resources at May Street in Units 5 and 6.
You must not come to May Street if you are waiting on the results of a COVID-19 test, have a fever, are displaying symptoms of cold or flu, or if you have been exposed to another person who may be suffering from COVID-19 or who is awaiting the results of a COVID-19 test.
On entry you must complete the mandatory Contact Register either by scanning the OCR or completing the written record.
Library & Resource Centre
FHWA Research Centre Bookings - January 11 to January 23
Between Monday 11 January 2021 and Saturday 23 January 2021
Bookings for use of resources at May Street in Units 5 and 6.
You must not come to May Street if you are waiting on the results of a COVID-19 test, have a fever, are displaying symptoms of cold or flu, or if you have been exposed to another person who may be suffering from COVID-19 or who is awaiting the results of a COVID-19 test.
On entry you must complete the mandatory Contact Register either by scanning the OCR or completing the written record.
Library & Resource Centre
FHWA Research Centre Bookings - December 14 - 19
Between Monday 14 December 2020 and Saturday 19 December 2020
Bookings for use of resources at May Street in Units 5 and 6.
You must not come to May Street if you are waiting on the results of a COVID-19 test, have a fever, are displaying symptoms of cold or flu, or if you have been exposed to another person who may be suffering from COVID-19 or who is awaiting the results of a COVID-19 test.
Only one person per booking is permitted to ensure that accurate tracking information is collected as required by the WA Health Department.
Library & Resource Centre
North of England Special Interest Group
The NoESIG meet to help others with their family history journey. We specialise in the North of England, including the Island of Mann and down to Rutland.
Click here to see upcoming meetings
FHWA Research Centre Bookings - November 30 to December 12
Between Monday 30 November 2020 and Saturday 12 December 2020
Bookings for use of resources at May Street in Units 5 and 6.
You must not come to May Street if you are waiting on the results of a COVID-19 test, have a fever, are displaying symptoms of cold or flu, or if you have been exposed to another person who may be suffering from COVID-19 or who is awaiting the results of a COVID-19 test.
Only one person per booking is permitted to ensure that accurate tracking information is collected as required by the WA Health Department.
Library & Resource Centre
Technology Special Interest Group
The regular monthly meeting of the FamilyHistoryWA Technology Special Interest Group. Join us for a fascinating tech topic, get the latest tech news, ask a tech question or just enjoy the tech talk.
Online
Perth Family Tree Maker User Group (2020)
Between Tuesday 4 August 2020 and Thursday 10 December 2020
The monthly meeting of the Perth FTM User Group is held online (due to COVID-19 restrictions).
ONLINE
DNA Focus Group (2020)
Between Thursday 10 September 2020 and Thursday 10 December 2020
DNA Focus Group.
Small group session to discuss and provide assistance with any DNA related queries, including testing and using websites. Numbers are limited to 6 people.
Online
London, South of England and Wales SIG 2020
Between Saturday 20 June 2020 and Sunday 6 December 2020
The regular quarterly meeting of the London, South of England and Wales Special Interest Group of FamilyHistoryWA will be online
Online
DNA Special Interest Group
Between Saturday 5 September 2020 and Saturday 5 December 2020
The regular meeting of the DNA SIG of FamilyHistoryWA will include an overview of techniques and tools used in analysing DNA matches.
Online
Scottish Special Interest Group
Between Sunday 17 May 2020 and Friday 4 December 2020
The Scottish Special Interest Group of FamilyHistoryWA hold meetings once a quarter on a Sunday afternoon and monthly research sessions on a Friday.
Online
Getting Started with your Family History
Between Thursday 13 August 2020 and Thursday 3 December 2020
This Introductory course will provide you with all of the information to get you started with your Family History. Learn how to access birth, death and marriage records and to finding relevant records. Instructions also include how to record your findings along with some useful websites to further your research.
Online
Orientation to FHWA and the FHWA Website
Between Wednesday 19 August 2020 and Thursday 3 December 2020
This online session will be presented by Ian Simon. It is for new members, those intending to join, or those wanting a refresher. Ian will explain about which resources are available on our website, how to communicate with members and how to research your family history during these difficult times of Covid-19.
Two hours before the session you'll receive an email containing a Google Meet invitation code. Please click on the link to enter the session and then select JOIN.
Online
Military Special Interest Group
Between Saturday 15 August 2020 and Wednesday 2 December 2020
The primary aim of the group is to enhance the knowledge of members and other interested parties in the research of all things military, in particular from a genealogy or family history perspective.
Bert Wright Park
Writers Group
Are you writing your family history or don't know where to start? Join this group of family historians who go beyond names and dates to flesh out the stories behind their ancestors. Monthly meetings include presentations and discussions to aid our writing. We have optional writing assignments and in small groups we positively critique our submitted stories.
Online
TROVE Workshop with Ian Simon
Between Tuesday 4 August 2020 and Tuesday 1 December 2020
Ian will demonstrate how to navigate through the National Library of Australia's website "new" TROVE. This workshop will give participants time to brush up on search techniques. Explore the wealth of Family History material available at your fingertips
Non-members and members welcome
Online
FHWA Research Centre Bookings - November 16 to 28
Between Monday 16 November 2020 and Saturday 28 November 2020
Bookings for use of resources at May Street in Units 5 and 6.
You must not come to May Street if you are waiting on the results of a COVID-19 test, have a fever, are displaying symptoms of cold or flu, or if you have been exposed to another person who may be suffering from COVID-19 or who is awaiting the results of a COVID-19 test.
Only one person per booking is permitted to ensure that accurate tracking information is collected as required by the WA Health Department.
Library & Resource Centre
FindMyPast Presentation
Between Saturday 19 September 2020 and Saturday 28 November 2020
FindMyPast boasts they have in excess of 2 billion historical records from around the world including the largest collection of British and Irish records available online.
FamilyHistoryWA's librarian, Edwina Shooter, will show you techniques and tips to get back further in your family tree.
Online
India and South East Asia Special Interest Group (2020)
The India and South East Asia (ISEA) Special Interest Group of FamilyHistoryWA meets in February, May, August and November. Our aim is to increase our knowledge and understanding of this area and discover information about our ancestors who lived there.
FamilyHistoryWA
Research Exchange
Between Friday 28 August 2020 and Friday 27 November 2020
Bring your family history discoveries along so we can exchange tips, skills and new places to search. The topic will guide each "Exchange", so we stay on track!
Online
FTM Beginners (2020)
Between Wednesday 27 May 2020 and Wednesday 25 November 2020
This is a BEGINNERS workshop and is in addition to the normal monthly meetings.
We will be covering
- how to enter data into FTM from the very basics - name, dates, places
- how to add a profile photo
- how to add media
- how to add a source
- how to add parents
- how to add children
Normal workshop pricing will apply to tickets for this session.
ONLINE
Orientation Tour of FHWA's May Street Facilities
Between Wednesday 23 September 2020 and Wednesday 25 November 2020
A tour of our FHWA premises including demonstrations of the range of information on bookshelves and computers.
COVID-19 distancing requirements limit numbers.
FHWA Unit 4 Workshop
Organising Your Records (2020)
Between Wednesday 29 July 2020 and Tuesday 24 November 2020
When you go looking for your family history, it is easy to become buried under a mountain of records. But a simple method of naming both hard copy and digital files will help you to keep everything under control.
Whether you are just starting your search, or you have been doing this for years, there's something to be learned in this informative session.
Online
FamilySearch with Ian Simon
Between Thursday 6 August 2020 and Tuesday 24 November 2020
Ian will take you on a tour of the FamilySearch website. He will demonstrate how to use the Catalogue to find an enormous amount of indexed images to further your research. He will also show you how to locate and view online records, plus how to use the Wiki to learn where to find record collections
Online
South Australian Special Interest Group
Between Thursday 30 July 2020 and Sunday 22 November 2020
The South Australian Special Interest Group of FamilyHistoryWA meets once a quarter to assist people with South Australian ancestry to research their family history.
Online
Tuesday Conversations @ 7pm.
Between Tuesday 15 September 2020 and Tuesday 17 November 2020
BYO wine and cheese. Let's spend some time to get to know you, our fellow historians better. There will be a presentation with Q & A. Continue the conversations and grab a coffee to complete the evening.
Online
Legacy User Group
The regular meeting of users of Legacy Family Tree software.
This will a online meeting via google meet so please book on Trybooking.com so an email link will be sent to you to enable you to join our meeting.
Online
FHWA Research Centre Bookings - November 2 to 14
Between Monday 2 November 2020 and Saturday 14 November 2020
Bookings for use of resources at May Street in Units 5 and 6.
You must not come to May Street if you are waiting on the results of a COVID-19 test, have a fever, are displaying symptoms of cold or flu, or if you have been exposed to another person who may be suffering from COVID-19 or who is awaiting the results of a COVID-19 test.
Only one person per booking is permitted to ensure that accurate tracking information is collected as required by the WA Health Department.
Library & Resource Centre
The Master Genealogist Special Interest Group
TMG may have been discontinued by Wholly Genes Inc. but we are still using it and plan to for many years to come. Its power when combined with John Cardinal's Second Site is second to none in our opinion. So if you are a user do not despair - come along to learn how to get the best out of these programs with people who are active users! The May 2nd, 2020 Meeting will be held on-line using Google Meet
Online
Researching your WA Ancestors
Between Saturday 1 August 2020 and Tuesday 3 November 2020
This presentation is targeted at researchers who want to learn more about the available on-line sources for getting information about their WA Ancestors and Relatives and how to get maximum benefit from these sources.
It will also cover other key WA source material available at FHWA to help you link up the fragments of your extended family into a solid coherent tree. Neil Bradley, the presenter, has been researching his Family Tree for more than 20 years.
Online
FHWA Research Centre Bookings - October 19 to October 31
Between Monday 19 October 2020 and Saturday 31 October 2020
Bookings for use of resources at May Street in Units 5 and 6.
You must not come to May Street if you are waiting on the results of a COVID-19 test, have a fever, are displaying symptoms of cold or flu, or if you have been exposed to another person who may be suffering from COVID-19 or who is awaiting the results of a COVID-19 test.
Only one person per booking is permitted to ensure that accurate tracking information is collected as required by the WA Health Department.
Library & Resource Centre
Ancestry Presentation.
Between Tuesday 22 September 2020 and Tuesday 27 October 2020
Explore the resources on the Ancestry.com website. Go beyond the General Search. David Haimes will share hints and tips to help you use this wonderful database
NB: this is not an ancestryDNA workshop.
Online
Irish Special Interest Group (2020)
This online meeting will include Cheryl Hebbs who will lead a team, to help break down your Irish Brick Wall using a strategic approach, along with a visitor, Laura Colleran who will be joining us from Ireland Reaching Out to help with local Irish knowledge.
Online
FHWA Research Centre Bookings - October 5 to October 17
Between Monday 5 October 2020 and Saturday 17 October 2020
Bookings for use of resources at May Street in Units 5 and 6.
You must not come to May Street if you are waiting on the results of a COVID-19 test, have a fever, are displaying symptoms of cold or flu, or if you have been exposed to another person who may be suffering from COVID-19 or who is awaiting the results of a COVID-19 test.
Only one person per booking is permitted to ensure that accurate tracking information is collected as required by the WA Health Department.
Library & Resource Centre
AncestryDNA
Between Thursday 20 August 2020 and Thursday 15 October 2020
This session will run through the tools and techniques available to make AncestryDNA a major element of your family history research.
Online
Convict Special Interest Group (2020)
Between Sunday 5 April 2020 and Sunday 11 October 2020
The quarterly meeting of the Convict Special Interest Group of FamilyHistoryWA.
Come and stretch your legs on a "Cobblers and Convict" Town of Claremont Meander.
Starting from the Claremont Railway Station from 2pm , Sunday 11th October to stroll around nearby convict related buildings and who knows where we will end up....
Online
FHWA Research Centre Bookings - September 21 to October 3
Between Monday 21 September 2020 and Saturday 3 October 2020
Bookings for use of resources at May Street in Units 5 and 6.
You must not come to May Street if you are waiting on the results of a COVID-19 test, have a fever, are displaying symptoms of cold or flu, or if you have been exposed to another person who may be suffering from COVID-19 or who is awaiting the results of a COVID-19 test.
Only one person per booking is permitted to ensure that accurate tracking information is collected as required by the WA Health Department.
Library & Resource Centre
GEDSITE - the website builder
Between Thursday 3 September 2020 and Thursday 24 September 2020
Learn to build a classy website using only a GEDCOM file and GedSite 3.0.
GedSite is the best way to publish your GEDCOM data in HTML format. It has more features and provides more control than any other GEDCOM-based method. If you are serious about publishing your genealogy data on the Web, or if you are sharing your data with family members on thumb-drives or DVDs, you need GedSite!
Online
FHWA Research Centre Bookings - September 7 to September 19
Between Monday 7 September 2020 and Saturday 19 September 2020
Bookings for use of resources at May Street in Units 5 and 6.
You must not come to May Street if you are waiting on the results of a COVID-19 test, have a fever, are displaying symptoms of cold or flu, or if you have been exposed to another person who may be suffering from COVID-19 or who is awaiting the results of a COVID-19 test.
Only one person per booking is permitted to ensure that accurate tracking information is collected as required by the WA Health Department.
Library & Resource Centre
MyHeritage DNA
Between Thursday 25 June 2020 and Thursday 17 September 2020
Learn about the tools and techniques provided by MyHeritage to use DNA to explore your family history.
Online
FHWA Research Centre Bookings - August 24 to September 5
Between Monday 24 August 2020 and Saturday 5 September 2020
Bookings for use of resources at May Street in Units 5 and 6.
You must not come to May Street if you are waiting on the results of a COVID-19 test, have a fever, are displaying symptoms of cold or flu, or if you have been exposed to another person who may be suffering from COVID-19 or who is awaiting the results of a COVID-19 test.
Only one person per booking is permitted to ensure that accurate tracking information is collected as required by the WA Health Department.
Library & Resource Centre
GEDMATCH - their free section
Between Monday 24 August 2020 and Tuesday 1 September 2020
Learn about the tools and techniques provided by GEDMATCH in the free section of their website to use DNA results to explore your family history with Neil Bradley.
Online
FHWA Research Centre Bookings - August 10 to August 22
Between Monday 10 August 2020 and Saturday 22 August 2020
Bookings for use of resources at May Street in Units 5 and 6.
You must not come to May Street if you are waiting on the results of a COVID-19 test, have a fever, are displaying symptoms of cold or flu, or if you have been exposed to another person who may be suffering from COVID-19 or who is awaiting the results of a COVID-19 test.
Only one person per booking is permitted to ensure that accurate tracking information is collected as required by the WA Health Department.
Library & Resource Centre
Breaking Down BrickWalls
Between Friday 26 June 2020 and Friday 21 August 2020
A team led by Cheryl Hebbs from the Irish Special interest Group FHWA will be available to answer questions and to help you form strategies to trace your ancestors back to Ireland.
Online
FHWA Research Centre Bookings - July 27 to August 8
Between Monday 27 July 2020 and Saturday 8 August 2020
Bookings for use of resources at May Street in Units 5 and 6.
You must not come to May Street if you are waiting on the results of a COVID-19 test, have a fever, are displaying symptoms of cold or flu, or if you have been exposed to another person who may be suffering from COVID-19 or who is awaiting the results of a COVID-19 test.
Only one person per booking is permitted to ensure that accurate tracking information is collected as required by the WA Health Department.
Library & Resource Centre
FHWA Resource Centre Bookings - July 13 to July 25 inclusive
Between Monday 13 July 2020 and Saturday 25 July 2020
Bookings for use of resources at May Street in Units 5 and 6.
You must not come to May Street if you are waiting on the results of a COVID-19 test, have a fever, are displaying symptoms of cold or flu, or if you have been exposed to another person who may be suffering from COVID-19 or who is awaiting the results of a COVID-19 test.
Only one person per booking is permitted to ensure that accurate tracking information is collected as required by the WA Health Department.
Library & Resource Centre
The East Perth Cemeteries: time capsules of the 19th century
Tuesday 21 July 2020
Have you ever considered that cemeteries are time capsules of social and cultural history of their times? Have you ever wondered why particular symbols or epitaphs were used on nineteenth-century headstones? Join historian Sandy Hayward in an overview of the East Perth Cemeteries landscape, as she reviews trends in monuments, symbols and epitaphs, as well as changing social attitudes to life and death in nineteenth-century Perth.
Online
FHWA Resource Centre Bookings - July 1 to July 11 inclusive
Between Wednesday 1 July 2020 and Saturday 11 July 2020
Bookings for use of resources at May Street in Units 5 and 6.
You must not come to May Street if you are waiting on the results of a COVID-19 test, have a fever, are displaying symptoms of cold or flu, or if you have been exposed to another person who may be suffering from COVID-19 or who is awaiting the results of a COVID-19 test.
Only one person per booking is permitted to ensure that accurate tracking information is collected as required by the WA Health Department.
Library & Resource Centre
Coffee morning - Meet your fellow members Online
Between Monday 1 June 2020 and Monday 29 June 2020
Let's spend some time to get to know you, our fellow historians better. Boil the kettle, make a cuppa and join us Online. Share with us your story and family history. Engage in conversation, learn and enjoy being with fellow members in a virtual environment.
Please book via Trybookings, the link is available on the FHWA website
Feel free to join the meeting up to 30 minutes ahead of time if you are concerned about using this technology.
Online
Annual General Meeting 2020
Sunday 28 June 2020
WESTERN AUSTRALIAN GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY, INC
Notice is hereby given of the 41st Annual General Meeting to be held at 2pm on Sunday 28th June 2020 online. The business of the meeting will be conducted online in accordance with the Society Rules to accept the annual reports and financial statements year ended 31st March 2020 and election of the 2020-2021 Committee.
Due to COVID-19 restrictions the 2020 Annual General Meeting will be held by video-conference.
Online
The Four Courts Memorial Lunch (CANCELLED)
26 June 2019 12:00 PM
You are invited to the
*Four Courts Memorial Lunch*
To mark the anniversary of the
Explosion at the Four Courts Building in Dublin in 1922
And the tragic loss of Genealogical Records
RSVP by 19th June
Rosie O'Gradys Irish Pub
Digital Wills with Jenni Ibrahim
Thursday, 18 Jun 2020, 14:00-15:30
Thinking about the future and how to preserve the family history research that you have worked so hard to bring together?
Online
Introduction to DNA and DNA Testing
17 Jun 2020 13:00-14:00
This informative session has been designed to assist anyone who is considering taking a DNA test to assist then with their family history research.
Online
Louise Coakley presents TARGET PRACTICE WITH DNA TREES
Wednesday 10 June 2020
Learn how DNA Painter’s What are the odds? (WATO) tool uses shared matches in a known tree to help guide you to where an unknown tester might fit in.
The webinar will take place at 13:00 WAST / 15:00 AEST/QLD
Online
TROVE Workshop with Ian Simon
Between Tuesday 28 April 2020 and Tuesday 26 May 2020
Ian will demonstrate how to navigate through the National Library of Australia's website TROVE. This workshop will give participants time to brush up on search techniques. Explore the wealth of Family History material available at your fingertips
Non-members and members welcome
Online
Eastern Australian Special Interest Group (CANCELLED)
Saturday, 16 May 2020, 10:00-12:30
The Eastern Australian Special Interest Group meeting
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
Louise Coakley presents UNMASKING MYSTERY MATCHES
Thursday 14 May 2020
We all have some DNA matches that we just can’t identify – whether they are anonymous, non-responsive to contact, have very common names, or have no family trees. Learn some tips that could help you identify your mystery matches.
The webinar will take place at 13:00 WAST / 15:00 AEST/QLD
Online
Genie Chatter Convict SIG WA Convict Publication Project
Monday, 11 May 2020, 12:00-13:30
WA Convict Publication Project & 170th Anniversary plans for arrival of Adult convicts to WA
The Convict SIG research subcommittee has been working on WA Convict Publication Project for the past 18 months. Broadly speaking it is intended to source, collate and review all available materials relating to convicts in WA and for it to be presented in a freely and easily accessible manner.
The session is online
Online
Find My Past Presentation (CANCELLED)
Wednesday 29 April 2020
FindMyPast boasts they have in excess of 2 billion historical records from around the world including the largest collection of Irish records available online.
FamilyHistoryWA's librarian, Edwina Shooter, will show you techniques and tips to get back further in your family tree.
Online
Online Genie Chatter Brickwalls (April 2020)
Fri, 17 Apr 2020, 12:00-13:00
This Brickwalls session is targeted at members who are having problems researching their
ancestors in all parts of the world. Grab a cup of coffee/tea and join us and other members to discuss new ways and alternative ideas to breakdown some of those walls.
On Thursday evening the 16th April you will receive an email containing a Google Meet
invitation code. Please click on the link to join the session.
Please book via Trybookings, the link is available on the FHWA website
Online
Online Chats - Let's keep isolation in its box!
Between Saturday 28 March 2020 and Sunday 29 March 2020
Book for as many sessions as you choose. These are very casual virtual catch ups - no agenda, no set topics. It's just great to see old friends and tomake new ones.
We will try to keep each session pretty small so that everyone can easily participate. You will receive an email an hour or two before the session containing the link to the video conference. Just click and join. If you are the first one to join, just wait online and others will join in progressively.
Online
DNA Discussion
Thursday 26 March 2020
This online Video conference will be moderated by Neil Bradley. Book now. On Thursday morning you will receive an email containing a Google Meet invitation code. Once you have the email, you simply click the code in the email to join the meeting. Feel free to join the meeting up to 30 minutes ahead of time if you are concerned about using this technology. If you try to join but have no luck, wait 5 minutes and then try again.
Online
Ancestry & AncestryDNA Discussion with Q&A
Tuesday 24 March 2020
This online Video conference will be moderated by Neil Bradley. Book now. On Tuesday morning you will receive an email containing a Google Meet invitation code. Once you have the email, you simply click the code in the email to join the meeting. Feel free to join the meeting up to 30 minutes ahead of time if you are concerned about using this technology. If you try to join but have no luck, wait 5 minutes and then try again.
Online
Caring for your Family Treasures (CANCELLED)
Tuesday, 24 Mar 2020, 13:00-15:00
Stephanie Baily, professional paper conservator, will provide an overview of the damage and deterioration that paper and photograph collections are subject to (physical, biological and chemical) and outline what can be done in the home to prevent or slow these processes. Bring along any items of concern for appraisal
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
Mix and Mingle : Dr Peter Burke (CANCELLED)
Tuesday, 17 Mar 2020, 19:00-21:00
A Dangerous Gift : Shining a Light on Terrible Tommy Walker
Peter Burke is a medical doctor with a passion for history whose work has been shortlisted for the WA Premier's Book Award. In this fascinating expose, he outs the real culprit who drove WA's Engineer-in-Chief C Y O'Connor to suicide in 1902.
Wine and cheese 7 to 7.30pm followed by presentation. Coffee and cake afterwards
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
Genie Chatter : Family Reunions
Monday, 9 Mar 2020, 12:00-13:30
Family reunions are great fun and a wonderful way to share your family history research. Liana Fitzpatrick has organised quite a few hockey and family reunions -some with a unique theme. Come and get some hints and tips on what to do. If you have organised any reunions bring along your ideas
This is a free session for members, but you are asked to book your place to help us with the logistics.
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
Digital Wills with Jenni Ibrahim (Feb 2020)
Tuesday 25 Feb 2020, 1:00 - 3:00pm
Do you use your computer or other device and the internet for family history? You have a digital footprint! How do you take care of your digital estate after you die, who could be your digital executor(s), and what is their role?
Jenni Ibrahim will explain these concepts and guide you through activities to get you started in preparing your Digital Will.
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
Legacy User Group (Feb 2020)
Tuesday, 18 Feb 2020, 2-4pm
The regular meeting of users of Millenia Corp's Legacy Family Tree software
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
Genie Chatter Writing your Family Stories (Feb 2020)
Monday 10 Feb 2020, 12:00PM to 1:30PM
Writing your Family Stories with the FHWA Writers Group
Have you started writing? Or don't know how to start? Come along and hear how the Writers Group encourages and motivates each other to start writing. See their inaugural book of family stories that was published in December 2019.
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
North of England Special Interest Group Research (Feb 2020)
Sunday, 9 Feb 2020, 10am to 12 noon
Regular meeting of the North of England Special Interest Group of FamilyHistoryWA
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
Technology Special Interest Group (Feb 2020)
Saturday, 8 Feb 2020, 11am to 1pm
The regular monthly meeting of the FamilyHistoryWA Technology Special Interest Group.
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
Legacy User Group (January 2020)
Tuesday, 21 January 2020, 2pm-4pm
The regular meeting of users of Millenia Corp's Legacy Family Tree software
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
Technology Special Interest Group (Dec 2019)
14 December 2019 11:00 AM
December is a celebration of the year that was and a peak into the year to come. For the first half of the meeting we are asking attendees to tell us about something they have learnt this year, or about some technology they are planning to try out in the new year. For the second half of the meeting we will be celebrating another year of technology with food and fellowship.
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
Family Tree Maker User Group (Dec 2019)
Monday, 9 Dec 2019, 7pm-9pm
Our first evening meeting of the FHWA Family Tree Maker User Group
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
North of England Special Interest Group (Dec 2019)
Sunday 8 December 2019
Regular meeting of the North of England Special Interest Group of FamilyHistoryWA
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
DNA Special Interest Group (Dec 2019
Saturday, 7 Dec 2019, 2pm-4pm
The quarterly meeting of the DNA Special Interest Group of FamilyHistoryWA.
Frank and Jan will share their research journey after unexpected DNA test results, and we will review some useful tools and features available for sorting and analysing DNA matches.
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
London, South of England and Wales SIG (December 2019)
Saturday, 7 Dec 2019, 11am-1pm
The regular quarterly meeting of the London, South of England and Wales Special Interest Group of FamilyHistoryWA
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
Scottish Special Interest Group Research Session (Dec 2019)
6 December 2019 2:30 PM
The regular research session of the Scottish SIG of FamilyHistoryWA
FHWA Unit 6 Workshop
Writers Group (Dec 2019)
4 December 2019 10:00 AM
This will be a very special meeting.
Guest speaker Richard Offen will tell the story behind his books "Perth Then and Now" and "Lost Perth". Plus there will be the launch of our inaugural book "I have often wondered...". This fascinating collection of 30 stories has been compiled from favourites written by members of the Writers Group. Afterwards there will be a shared lunch - please bring something to contribute. Books are a great Christmas gift and will be on sale after the meeting.
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
DNA Painter Hands-on Workshop
Bring your own laptop (not tablet) and learn to interpret your DNA results using Chromosome Painting. This is not a beginners workshop. Experience in using DNA Painter is required.
Requirements: you must have uploaded your DNA data to GEDmatch, MyHeritage or FamilyTree DNA; you must have painted some of your matches in DNA so that we can work on interpreting the findings.
The number of attendees is strictly limited.
FHWA Unit 4 Workshop
South Australian Special Interest Group (Nov 2019)
24 November 2019 2:00 PM
Special Interest Group - South Australia
"How did my ancestor get to South Australia".
Passenger lists, newspapers and other documents which may give a clue to how my ancestor arrived.
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
India and South East Asia Special Interest Group (Nov 2019)
Saturday, 23 Nov 2019, 10:30am - 12:30pm
"A Glimpse into the history of Christian, military and government schools in India." Ainslie Sharpe will talk about some of the schools in the days of the East India Company and the Raj - starting from the earliest one, the Free School in Kidderpore, Calcutta, which morphed into St Thomas' School.
As this is our last meeting for the year, after the presentation we will have a shared lunch (please bring a small plate of food to share)
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
Orientation to the Society and Research Centre (Nov 2019)
Wednesday 20 Nov 10:00 AM to 12:00PM
For new members or those intending to join, or those members just wanting a refresher. Discover what services and resources are available at WAGS (Western Australian Genealogical Society) Topics and demonstrations include WAGS Library – how to use the Library catalogue and information on the Library computers, Special Interest Groups, Activities program, bookshop, genealogy software, WAGSnet, WAGS Forum and lots more. Coffee & tea provided.
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
Legacy User Group Meeting (Nov 2019)
19 November 2019 2:00 PM
The regular meeting of users of Millenia Corp's Legacy Family Tree software
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
DNA Pop-up Shop
Monday 18 November 2019
Our team of DNA specialists will be available for one-on-one consultations (25 minute maximum time slot) to help with any technical problems you have in accessing, understanding or using your DNA results.
Bring a laptop and have all your logins and passwords with you so that you can take everything you find away with you.
Please arrive 10 minutes before your chosen time slot to ensure that we are able to run smoothly.
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
Scottish Special Interest Group (Nov 2019)
17 November 2019 2:00 PM
The regular meeting of the Scottish SIG of FamilyHistoryWA
FHWA Unit 6 Workshop
Military Special Interest Group (Nov 2019)
16 November 2019 1:30 PM
The regular quarterly meeting of the Military Special Interest Group of FamilyHistoryWA.
The primary aim of the group is to enhance the knowledge of members and other interested parties in the research of all things military, in particular from a genealogy or family history perspective.
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
Eastern Australian Special Interest Group (Nov 2019)
16 November 2019 10:00 AM
The Eastern Australian Special Interest Group meeting
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
Seniors' Week - Starting your Family Tree at SLWA
Thursday, 14 Nov 2019, 9:30am to 1:00pm
Wanting to get started on your family history? We have four sessions at the State Library of WA that will help you on your way.
How to Start! How Not to Get Buried in an Avalanche of Paperwork! How to use the resources at SLWA to progress your research. And spend some time with our volunteers taking those first steps along the way.
For full details, check out our website at www.fhwa.org.au.
State Library of WA - Geographe Room
Enrolled Pensioner Guard Special Interest Group
13 November 3.30 -4.00pm
Special Interest Group EPG
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
Genie Chatter Military records for family history (Nov 2019)
Monday, 11 Nov 2019, Noon to 1:30pm
Using military records for family history - Military records can be a rich source of information for family historians. Come along and share your stories of how you have used these records to help your research.
Bring your lunch - tea and coffee will be available.
This is a free session for members, but you are asked to book your place to help us with the logistics.
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
Family Tree Maker User Group (Nov 2019)
Sunday, 10 Nov 2019, 2pm-4pm
The very first meeting of FamilyHistoryWA's FTM User Group. And, suitably, the topic will be the basics of using FTM. Of course, there will be tips and tricks that can be shared with users at all levels, and there will the opportunity to talk to one another and share your experiences with using FTM to help you with your research.
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
North of England Research Morning (Nov 2019)
Sunday, 10 Nov 2019, 10am to 12noon
A time to do research uninterrupted on your Northern English Ancestors.
With the help of fellow members, you can research, ask for guidance and knock down those brickwalls. So come along and do some research and see what we can discover together!
FHWA Unit 6 Workshop
Western Australian Special Interest Group (Nov 2019)
Saturday 9November 2:00 to 5:00PM
The regular quarterly meeting of the Western Australian Special Interest Group of FHWA
FHWA Meeting Room
Technology Special Interest Group (Nov 2019)
9 November 2019 11:00 AM
Get a look at the latest version of Clanview - securely publishing your family tree as an interactive 3D model on the Internet.
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
Writers Group (Nov 2019)
Wednesday, 6 Nov 2019, 10am to 12 noon
A group of family historians who go beyond names and dates to flesh out the stories behind the ancestors. Our November meeting will have a general question and answer session plus an update on our soon to be released Writers Book. Plus in small groups we will positively critique the stories (about homes or 21 or free choice) already submitted for this month.
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
European Special Interest Group (Nov 2019)
Sunday, 3 Nov 2019, 2pm-4pm
Regular quarterly meeting of the European Special Interest Group of Family HistoryWA
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
The Master Genealogist Special Interest Group (Nov 2019)
Saturday 2 November 2019
TMG may have been discontinued by Wholly Genes Inc. but we are still using it and plan to for many years to come. Its power when combined with John Cardinal's Second Site is second to none in our opinion. So if you are a user do not despair - come along to learn how to get the best out of these programs with people who are active users!
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
Scottish Special Interest Group Research Session (Nov 2019)
Friday, 1 Nov 2019, 2:30-5:00pm
The regular research session of the Scottish SIG of FamilyHistoryWA
FHWA Unit 6 Workshop
Ancestry Workshop with David Haimes (Oct 2019)
Tuesday 29 Oct, 1:00PM to 3:00PM
Tuesday 29 October 1pm - 3pm
Explore the resources on the Ancestry.com website. Go Beyond the General Search. David Haimes will share hints and tips to help you use this wonderful database
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
Legacy User Group (Oct 2019)
Sunday, 27 Oct 2019, 2pm-4pm
The regular meeting of users of Millenia Corp's Legacy Family Tree software
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
Irish Special Interest Group (Oct 2019)
Sunday, 20 Oct 2019, 2pm-4pm
The meeting of the Irish Special Interest Group (Workshop)
Continuing with our 2019 focus on Back to Basics, the theme for our Oct meeting will be a workshop to put all that you have learnt into practice. We will be running a Brick Wall session in Unit 4 concurrently with the use of the computer room and library in unit 5 and 6 for personal research.
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
Starting up an FTM SIG
Saturday, 19 Oct 2019, 2:00-4:00pm
FamilyHistoryWA are starting up a new special interest group for users of Family Tree Maker. You are invited to attend a meeting to set up the group and to work out how it will operate.
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
Enrolled Pensioner Guard Special Interest Group (Oct 2019)
Saturday, 19 Oct 2019, 10am-12noon
Special Interest Group EPG
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
Orientation to the Society and Research Centre (Oct 2019)
Wednesday 16Oct, 10:00AM to 12:00PM
For new members or those intending to join, or those members just wanting a refresher. Discover what services and resources are available at WAGS (Western Australian Genealogical Society) Topics and demonstrations include WAGS Library – how to use the Library catalogue and information on the Library computers, Special Interest Groups, Activities program, bookshop, genealogy software, WAGSnet, WAGS Forum and lots more. Coffee & tea provided.
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
Genie Chatter 1939 Register with Edwina Shooter (Oct 2019)
Monday 14 Oct, 12:00PM to 1:30PM
The 1939 Register, released online by Findmypast in partnership with The National Archives, can be seen to be the only surviving overview of the civil population of England and Wales spanning the period 1921-1951.
Bring your lunch - tea and coffee will be available.
This is a free session for members, please book your seat through trybookings
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
Convict Special Interest Group (Oct 2019)
Sunday 13 October 2019
Speaker : Jessica Barratt, Historical Resarcher and Author of online history blog "The Dusty Box' will share her research on her convict ancestor Enoch Barrett #1338, who arrived in 1852 on the ship "William Jardine".
The Convict SIG Committee will give you an Update on the amazing stories emerging from the WA Convict Publication Project research.
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
India & South East Asia Special Research Workshop (Oct 2019)
Sunday, 13 Oct 2019, 10:30 AM to 12:30PM
India and South East Asia Research Workshop
This is an extra session for our group. No meeting- just time to do your own research Units 5 and 6.
Come along between 10.30am and 12.30pm and see what you can find out about your ancestors
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
Technology Special Interest Group (Oct 2019)
Saturday, 12 Oct 2019, 11am - 1pm
Have you thought about doing a genealogy degree or wondered if there is a course to improve your research skills? At this meeting we will be looking at online genealogy education. Join us for an overview of the options available.
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
Getting started with your Family History (Oct 2019)
Thursday, 10 Oct 2019, 10am-12noon
Introductory course which provides You with all of the information to get you started with your Family History. Learn how to access birth, death and marriage records and to finding relevant records. Instructions also include how to record your findings along with some useful websites to further your research.
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
Getting started with your Family History (February 2020)
Thursday, 10 Oct 2019, 10am-12noon
Introductory course which provides You with all of the information to get you started with your Family History. Learn how to access birth, death and marriage records and to finding relevant records. Instructions also include how to record your findings along with some useful websites to further your research.
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
Scottish Special Interest Group Research Session (Oct 2019)
Friday 4 October 2019
The regular research session of the Scottish SIG of FamilyHistoryWA
FHWA Unit 6 Workshop
Writers Group (Oct 2019)
Wednesday 2 October 2019
At this meeting Author Ian Reid will give an illustrated presentation on "Storytelling from start to finish". Its focus will be on practical aspects of the writing process. Plus in small groups we will positively critique the stories already submitted for this month.
Ian will also bring along copies of his new book (A Thousand Tongues) for sale at a discount price ($25) to anyone who may like to buy it.
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
TROVE Workshop with Ian Simon (Sep 2019)
Tuesday, 24 Sep 2019, 1pm - 3pm
Tuesday 24 September 1.00pm - 3.00pm
Demonstration how to navigate through the National Library of Australia's website TROVE. This hands-on workshop will give participants time to brush up on search techniques. Explore the wealth of Family History material available at your fingertips
Non members and members welcome
FHWA Unit 6 Meeting Room
What do I do Next with Ian Simon (Sept 2019
Monday 23 Sep, 12:00PM to 1:30PM
"What Do I Do Next?" is an interactive session where we can encourage each other with suggestions for the next research step. Problems can be presented and suggestions made to get through, around or over. These sessions are informal and your participation is encouraged. Bring your lunch to eat around the table. Afterwards the library will be open to continue your research.
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
Legacy User Group (Sep 2019)
Sunday 22 September 2019
The regular meeting of users of Millenia Corp's Legacy Family Tree software
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
London, South of England and Wales SIG (Sep 2019)
Saturday, 21 Sep 2019, 11am-1pm
The regular quarterly meeting of the London, South of England and Wales Special Interest Group of FamilyHistoryWA
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
Orientation to the Society and Research Centre (18 Sep)
Wednesday, 18 Sep 2019, 10am - 12noon
For new members or those intending to join, or those members just wanting a refresher. Discover what services and resources are available at WAGS (Western Australian Genealogical Society) Topics and demonstrations include WAGS Library – how to use the Library catalogue and information on the Library computers, Special Interest Groups, Activities program, bookshop, genealogy software, WAGSnet, WAGS Forum and lots more. Coffee & tea provided.
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
Technology Special Interest Group (Sep 2019)
Saturday, 14 Sep, 11am - 1pm
The monthly meeting of the FamilyHistoryWA Technology Special Interest Group.
Want some help choosing a genealogy program to use for recording your family tree? At our Sept meeting we will be looking at Legacy Family Tree. Come check out its features and ask your questions.
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
Getting started with your Family History (Sep 2019)
Thursday 12 September 2019 10AM - 12NOON
Thursday 12 September 10am - 12.00pm
Introductory course which provides You with all of the information to get you started with your Family History. Learn how to access birth, death and marriage records and to finding relevant records. Instructions also include how to record your findings along with some useful websites to further your research.
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
Mix & Mingle Tuesday (Sep 2019)
10 September 2019 7:00 - 9:00PM
The guest speaker for this social evening is Mike Murray who will talk about his Hidden DNA and how “it was a combination of revelation,twists and turns and
part-solution of the family mystery!”
Wine and cheese from 7:00 to 7:30 before the presentation with coffee & cake afterwards.
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
Genie Chatter : Genealogical Software
Monday, 9 Sep 2019, 12 noon to 2pm
Genealogical Software with Chris Harris
An open and interactive session talking about the types of software available to record your family history.
Bring your lunch - tea and coffee will be available.
This is a free session for members, but you are asked to book your place to help us with the logistics.
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
Activities presentation (CANCELLED)
Sunday 8 September 2019
TBA
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
North of England Special Interest Group (Sep 2019)
8 September 2019 10:00 AM
Regular meeting of the North of England Special Interest Group of FamilyHistoryWA
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
DNA Special Interest Group (Sep 2019)
Saturday 7 September 2019
The quarterly meeting of the DNA Special Interest Group of FamilyHistoryWA.
Continuing with our focus on case studies using DNA analysis and available tools, Neil Bradley will share some of his family research with us, detailing how he has tackled those brick walls.
There will also be a panel discussion of experiences and new information gained at the DNADownUnder seminars held in Perth and in Sydney in August.
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
Orientation to the Society and Research Centre (Sep 2019)
Saturday 7 September 2019 10AM - 12 Noon
For new members or those intending to join, or those members just wanting a refresher. Discover what services and resources are available at WAGS (Western Australian Genealogical Society) Topics and demonstrations include WAGS Library – how to use the Library catalogue and information on the Library computers, Special Interest Groups, Activities program, bookshop, genealogy software, WAGSnet, WAGS Forum and lots more. Coffee & tea provided.
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
Scottish Special Interest Group Research Session (Sep 2019)
6 September 2019 2:30 PM
The regular research session of the Scottish SIG of FamilyHistoryWA
FHWA Unit 6 Workshop
Writers Group (Sep 2019)
Wednesday 4 Sep 2019 10:00 AM to 12:00PM
A group of family historians who go beyond names and dates to flesh out the stories behind the ancestors. At our September meeting we will discuss the logistics of publishing our group's first book. Plus we will critique our previously submitted story [topic of our own choice (300-600 words)]
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
Orientation to the Society and Research Centre (Aug 2019)
Saturday 31 Aug 2019 10am to 12noon
Saturday 31 August, 10AM to 12PM
For new members or those intending to join, or those members just wanting a refresher. Discover what services and resources are available at WAGS (Western Australian Genealogical Society) Topics and demonstrations include WAGS Library – how to use the Library catalogue and information on the Library computers, Special Interest Groups, Activities program, bookshop, genealogy software, WAGSnet, WAGS Forum and lots more. Coffee & tea provided.
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
Military Special Interest Group (Aug 2019)
24 August 2019 1:30PM
The regular quarterly meeting of the Military Special Interest Group of FamilyHistoryWA.
The primary aim of the group is to enhance the knowledge of members and other interested parties in the research of all things military, in particular from a genealogy or family history perspective.
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
India and South East Asia Special Interest Group (Aug 2019)
24 August 2019 10:30 AM
Cemeteries in India and South East Asia. We will discuss where you can find burials and graves and will be demonstrating the British Association for Cemeteries in South Asia (BACSA) website. If you have had success in locating burials in India or South East Asian cemeteries, please bring along the information to share.
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
Legacy User Group (Aug 2019)
20 August 2019 2:00 PM
The regular meeting of users of Millenia Corp's Legacy Family Tree software
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
Scottish Special Interest Group (Aug 2019)
18 August 2019 2:00 PM
The regular meeting of the Scottish SIG of FamilyHistoryWA
FHWA Unit 6 Workshop
Eastern Australian Special Interest Group (Aug 2019)
17 August 2019 10:00 AM
The Eastern Australian Special Interest Group meeting
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
Genie Chatter (Aug 2019) Solving Brickwalls
12 August 2019 12:00 PM
Sooner or later most genealogists face a challenging research puzzle or hit a dead end. We will share some research methods that have been used to locate ancestors. Members are invited to bring along their success stories
Bring your lunch - tea and coffee will be available.
This is a free session for members, but you are asked to book your place to help us with the logistics.
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
South Australian Special Interest Group Workshop (Aug 2019)
11 August 2019 2:00 PM
Special Interest Group - South Australia
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
North of England Research Morning (Aug 2019)
11 August 2019 10:00 AM
A time to do research uninterrupted on your Northern English Ancestors.
With the help of fellow members, you can research, ask for guidance and knock down those brickwalls. So come along and do some research and see what we can discover together!
FHWA Unit 6 Workshop
Technology Special Interest Group (Aug 2019)
10 August 2019 11:00 AM
The monthly meeting of the FamilyHistoryWA Technology Special Interest Group (formerly known as the Computer SIG).
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
Getting started with your Family History (Aug 2019)
8 August 2019 10:00 AM
Introductory course which provides You with all of the information to get you started with your Family History. Learn how to access birth, death and marriage records and to finding relevant records. Instructions also include how to record your findings along with some useful websites to further your research.
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
European Special Interest Group (Aug 2019)
4 August 2019 2:00 PM
Regular quarterly meeting of the European Special Interest Group of Family HistoryWA
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
Western Australian Special Interest Group (Aug 2019)
3 August 2019 2:00 PM
The regular quarterly meeting of the Western Australian Special Interest Group of FHWA
FHWA Meeting Room
The Master Genealogist Special Interest Group (Aug 2019)
3 August 2019 11:00 AM
TMG may have been discontinued by Wholly Genes Inc. but we are still using it and plan to for many years to come. Its power when combined with John Cardinal's Second Site is second to none in our opinion. So if you are a user do not despair - come along to learn how to get the best out of these programs with people who are active users!
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
Scottish Special Interest Group Research Session (Aug 2019)
2 August 2019 2:30 PM
The regular research session of the Scottish SIG of FamilyHistoryWA
FHWA Unit 6 Workshop
Writers Group (July 2019)
31 July 10:00 AM
A group of family historians who go beyond names and dates to flesh out the stories behind the ancestors.
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
Legacy User Group (Jul 2019)
28 July 2019 2:00 PM
The regular meeting of users of Millenia Corp's Legacy Family Tree software
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
FamilySearch website with Ian Simon (July 2019)
23 July 2019
Ian will take you on a tour of the FamilySearch website. He will demonstrate how to use the Catalog to find the enormous amount of indexed images to further your research. He will also show you how to locate and view online records, plus how to use the Wiki to learn where to find record collections
FHWA Unit 4 & 6 Workshop
What do I do Next? - with Ian Simon (July 2019)
22 July 2019 at 12 noon
"What Do I Do Next?" is an interactive session where we can encourage each other with suggestions for the next research step. Problems can be presented and suggestions made to get through, around or over. These sessions are informal and your participation is encouraged. Bring your lunch to eat around the table. Afterwards the library will be open to continue your research.
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
Irish Special Interest Group (Jul 2019)
21 July 2019 2:00 PM
Continuing with our 2019 focus on Back to Basics, the theme for our July meeting will be Unique Systems of Administration in Ireland.
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
Enrolled Pensioner Guard Special Interest Group (Jul 2019)
20 July 2019 10:00 AM
Special Interest Group EPG
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
Orientation to the Society and Research Centre (Jul 2019)
17 July 2019 10:00 AM
For new members or those intending to join, or those members just wanting a refresher. Discover what services and resources are available at WAGS (Western Australian Genealogical Society) Topics and demonstrations include WAGS Library – how to use the Library catalogue and information on the Library computers, Special Interest Groups, Activities program, bookshop, genealogy software, WAGSnet, WAGS Forum and lots more. Coffee & tea provided.
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
Convict Special Interest Group (Jul 2019)
14 July 2019 at 1:30 PM
Guest Speaker, Terry March, will speak about his research on ancestor, Joseph Cooper, Convict No. 5773, who married the daughter of Parkhurst Boy, John Gray. Joseph Cooper arrived in 1861 on the "Palmerston".
The Convict SIG Research Committee will give you an Update on the amazing stories emerging from the WA Convict Publication Project.
Come and join like minded family researchers.
Please book for FREE session.
https://www.trybooking.com/BADLL
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
Technology Special Interest Group (Jul 2019)
13 July 2019 11:00 AM
The monthly meeting of the FamilyHistoryWA Technoloby Special Interest Group (formerly known as the Computer SIG).
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
Mix and Mingle Richard Offen 20th Century WA History
9 July 2019 7:00 PM
FamilyHistory WA presents well known historian, author and broadcaster Richard Offen who returns to complete his presentation on the History of Western Australia. He is continuing the fascinating tales of Perth and the state after the gold rush and into the Twentieth Century
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
Genie Chatter (Jul 2019) Every Photo tells a story
8 July 2019 12:00 PM
Photographs play an important role in our family history. Please bring along a photo that has special significance to you. Be prepared to share its story and its importance in your family’s history.
Bring your lunch - tea and coffee will be available.
This is a free session for members, but you are asked to book your place to help us with the logistics.
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
Scottish Special Interest Group Research Session (Jul 2019)
5 July 2019 2:30 PM
The regular research session of the Scottish SIG of FamilyHistoryWA
FHWA Unit 6 Workshop
Writers Group (Jul 2019)
3 July 2019 10:00 AM
A group of family historians who go beyond names and dates to flesh out the stories behind the ancestors.
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
Orientation to the Society and Research Centre (Jun 2019)
26 June 2019 7PM
PLEASE NOTE THIS IS AN EVENING SESSION - For new members or those intending to join, or those members just wanting a refresher. Discover what services and resources are available at WAGS (Western Australian Genealogical Society) Topics and demonstrations include WAGS Library – how to use the Library catalogue and information on the Library computers, Special Interest Groups, Activities program, bookshop, genealogy software, WAGSnet, WAGS Forum and lots more. Coffee & tea provided.
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
Ancestry Presentation
25 June 2019 1:00 PM
Explore the resources on the Ancestry.com website. Go Beyond the General Search. David Haimes will share hints and tips to help you use this wonderful database
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
Legacy User Group (Jun 2019)
23 June 2019 2:00 PM
The regular meeting of users of Millenia Corp's Legacy Family Tree software
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
DNA Special Interest Group (Jun 2019)
22 June 2019 2:00 PM
The quarterly meeting of the DNA Special Interest Group of FamilyHistoryWA.
3 speakers will present case studies of how they have used DNA to tackle brickwalls in their family research.
Mike Murray - "DNA- hidden secrets part 2", an update to the fascinating tale that we heard early last year of his research into his Isle of Lewis cousins.
Evadne Spickett - "Finding Elspet"
Geoff Barber - "Using DNA results to complement traditional research"
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
London, South of England and Wales SIG (Jun 2019)
15 June 2019 11:00 AM
The regular quarterly meeting of the London, South of England and Wales Special Interest Group of FamilyHistoryWA
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
Getting started with your Family History (Jun 2019)
13 June 2019 10:00 AM
Introductory course which provides You with all of the information to get you started with your Family History. Learn how to access birth, death and marriage records and to finding relevant records. Instructions also include how to record your findings along with some useful websites to further your research.
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
Genie Chatter (Jun 2019) Copyright with Anne Giles
10 June 2019 12:00 PM
Copyright essentials for family historians, and recent changes to the Copyright Act relating to duration of copyright
Bring your lunch - tea and coffee will be available.
This is a free session for members, but you are asked to book your place to help us with the logistics.
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
North of England Special Interest Group (Jun 2019)
9 June 2019 10:00 AM
Regular meeting of the North of England Special Interest Group of FamilyHistoryWA
Guest Speaker:
Christine Lewis -talking on Education in late 19th and early 20th century with particular reference to the schooling in York and her mother experiences.
Meeting time 10:00am to 1:00pm - Tea and Coffee available
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
Technology Special Interest Group (Jun 2019)
8 June 2019 11:00 AM
The monthly meeting of the FamilyHistoryWA Technoloby Special Interest Group (formerly known as the Computer SIG).
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
Scottish Special Interest Group Research Session (Jun 2019)
7 June 2019 2:30 PM
The regular research session of the Scottish SIG of FamilyHistoryWA
FHWA Unit 6 Workshop
Writers Group (Jun 2019)
5 June 2019 10:00 AM
A group of family historians who go beyond names and dates to flesh out the stories behind the ancestors.
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
Irish Research Presentation - Robyn O'Brien
28 May 2019 1:00 PM
A back to basics approach to researching Irish genealogy, perfect for new members and beginners, as well as those who have hit a brick wall. Robyn, is the convenor of the Irish Special Interest Group, and will look at exhausting clues in Australia - before attempting to navigate records in Ireland. She’ll cover key moments in Irish history - including migration waves - and Ireland’s unique systems of administration. Then will consider their implications when searching for genealogical records.
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
What do I do Next? - with President Ian Simon (May 2019)
27 May 2019 12:00 PM
"What Do I Do Next?" is an interactive session where we can encourage each other with suggestions for the next research step. Problems can be presented and suggestions made to get through, around or over. These sessions are informal and your participation is encouraged. Bring your lunch to eat around the table. Afterwards the library will be open to continue your research. Bookings are not required, but are appreciated for seating arrangements.
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
South Australian Special Interest Group (May 2019)
26 May 2019 2:00 PM
Special Interest Group - South Australia
Today Rob Smith will talk about Emigration of South Australian farmers to WA
It is also an opportunity to bring along your problems to solve and your successes to share
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
India and South East Asia Special Interest Group (May 2019)
25 May 2019 10:30 AM
Ian Simon will demonstrate how Family Search can help with your research and Maria Millington will talk about her recent trip to India - her topic is ‘James Family – India Connection Search’.
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
Legacy User Group (May 2019)
21 May 2019 2:00 PM
The regular meeting of users of Millenia Corp's Legacy Family Tree software
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
Scottish Special Interest Group (May 2019)
19 May 2019 2:00 PM
The regular meeting of the Scottish SIG of FamilyHistoryWA
FHWA Unit 6 Workshop
Military Special Interest Group (May 2019)
18 May 2019 1:30 PM
The regular quarterly meeting of the Military Special Interest Group of FamilyHistoryWA.
The primary aim of the group is to enhance the knowledge of members and other interested parties in the research of all things military, in particular from a genealogy or family history perspective.
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
Eastern Australian Special Interest Group (May 2019)
18 May 2019 10:00 AM
The Eastern Australian Special Interest Group meeting
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
Orientation to the Society and Research Centre (May 2019)
15 May 2019 10:00 AM
Finding your Family II
Discover the services and resources available to help you with your family history. Join us for an informative orientation at the FamilyHistoryWA (FHWA) Research centre in Bayswater.
The session will include how to utilise the library resources, the WAGS website and a guided tour of FHWA's Research Centre
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
Genie Chatter - Connecting Families through Facebook (CANCELLED)
13 May 2019 12:00 PM
You may already use Facebook for chatting with friends or sharing holiday snaps. Have you considered how Facebook can help your genealogy research? Building a strong network of living relatives is key to opening the possibilities of family history. And Facebook is just such a network of living individuals.
Bring your lunch - tea and coffee will be available.
This is a free session you are asked to book your place to help us with the logistics.
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
North of England Research Morning (May 2019)
12 May 2019 10:00 AM
A time to do research uninterrupted on your Northern English Ancestors.
With the help of fellow members, you can research, ask for guidance and knock down those brickwalls. So come along and do some research and see what we can discover together!
FHWA Unit 6 Workshop
Technology Special Interest Group (May 2019)
11 May 2019 11:00 AM
The monthly meeting of the FamilyHistoryWA Technoloby Special Interest Group (formerly known as the Computer SIG).
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
Introduction to DNA (May 2019)
8 May 2019 10:00am
This is an introductory course for beginners.
It includes an overview of DNA testing, and " what to do next" once you have done a DNA test.
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
European Special Interest Group (May 2019)
5 May 2019 2:00 PM
Regular quarterly meeting of the European Special Interest Group of FamilyHistoryWA
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
West Australian Special Interest Group Event (May 2019)
4 May 2019 2:00 PM
The Suffragist Settlement Scheme For WA That Never Was
Our guest speaker, Miriam Crandell, will tell the story of a group of early 1900s British suffragists who attempted to establish a farming community for female migrants in Denmark, WA. The male bureaucrats and politicians were not thrilled with the plans for a so-called “Adam-less” Eden, and contrived to avert what they saw as a PR disaster.
This is the quarterly meeting of the Western Australian Special Interest Group
Gold Coin Donation
FHWA Meeting Room
The Master Genealogist Special Interest Group (May 2019)
4 May 2019 11:00 AM
TMG may have been discontinued by Wholly Genes Inc. but we are still using it and plan to for many years to come. Its power when combined with John Cardinal's Second Site is second to none in our opinion. So if you are a user do not despair - come along to learn how to get the best out of these programs with people who are active users!
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
Scottish Special Interest Group Research Session (May 2019)
3 May 2019 2:30 PM
The regular research session of the Scottish SIG of FamilyHistoryWA
FHWA Unit 6 Workshop
Writers Group (May 2019)
1 May 2019 10:00 AM
At this meeting a few members will share articles/books that they have published. We will also positively critique our previously submitted stories about "Bicycles" or "Occupations"
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
Legacy User Group (Apr 2019)
28 April 2019 2:00 PM
The regular meeting of users of Millenia Corp's Legacy Family Tree software
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
Enrolled Pensioner Guard Special Interest Group (Apr 2019)
27 April 2019 10:00 AM
Special Interest Group EPG
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
Mix & Mingle (Jul 2019)
9 July 2019 7:00 PM
The guest speak for this social evening will be announced shortly.
Wine and cheese from 7:00 to 7:30 before the presentation with coffee & cake afterwards.
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
Australian Heritage Festival-Connecting Families
23 April 2019 1:00 PM
As part of the Australian Heritage Month activities, explore services and resources available to help you with your family history. Hear personal journeys of discovery and how attention to detail, persistence and patience brought about revealing family history.Join us for an informative orientation at the FamilyHistoryWA (FHWA) Research Centre in Bayswater. The session will include how to utilize the library resources, the WAGS website and a guided tour of FHWA’s Research centre
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
Orientation - Australian Heritage Month - Find Your Family
18 April 2019 10:00 AM
As part of the Australian Heritage Month activities, discover services and resources available to help you with your family history at the FamilyHistoryWA (FHWA) Research Centre in Bayswater. Join us for an informative orientation session which will include how to utilise the library resources, the WAGS website and a guided tour of FHWA’s Research centre
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
Convict Special Interest Group (Apr 2019)
14 April 2019 1:30 PM
This is our Annual General Meeting. We ask that you consider helping us with the running of our SIG.
After a short AGM, a speaker will give a talk on his Parkhurst Boy ancestor.
The Convict SIG Committee will give you an Update on the amazing stories emerging from the WA Convict Publication Project research.
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
Irish Special Interest Group (Apr 2019)
14 April 2019 10:00 AM
Continuing with our 2019 focus on Back to Basics, the theme for our April meeting will be Key Moments in Irish History, including migration waves, by Jenni Ibrahim and Mary Byrne.
A short AGM will be included in this meeting
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
Technology Special Interest Group (Apr 2019)
13 April 2019 11:00 AM
The monthly meeting of the FamilyHistoryWA Technology Special Interest Group (previously known as the Computer SIG)
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
Getting started with your Family History (Apr 2019) (CANCELLED)
11 April 2019 10:00 AM
Introductory course which provides you with all of the information to get you started with your Family History. Learn how to access birth, death and marriage records and to finding relevant records. Instructions also include how to record your findings along with some useful websites to further your research.
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
TROVE Workshop (Evening and Afternoon sessions - April 2019)
Tuesday 9 April 2019
Due to overwhelming demand we are running two TROVE workshops on April 9, at 1pm and 7pm.
Demonstrating how to navigate through the National Library of Australia's website TROVE, this hands-on workshop will give participants time to brush up on search techniques, explore the wealth of Family History material available at your fingertips and explore the wealth of family history material available at your fingertips.
Members and non-members welcome!
FHWA Unit 6 Workshop
Genie Chatter Solving Brickwalls (Apr 2019)
8 April 2019 12:00 PM
Solving Brickwalls
Bring your lunch - tea and coffee will be available.
This is a free session for members, but you are asked to book your place to help us with the logistics.
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
WAGS 40th Anniversary!
7 April 2019 12:00 PM
Western Australian Genealogical Society Inc's. 40th Anniversary - 1979 to 2019
To celebrate this milestone event in our history, the President and Management Committee invites members to join them for a celebration lunch.
The meal will be catered for by the WA Spit Roast Company which provides an excellent choice of roasts, vegetables, salads and vegetarian and gluten free foods. There will also be a birthday cake, displays and much more.
Bayswater Senior Citizens Centre
Scottish Special Interest Group Research Session (Apr 2019)
5 April 2019 2:30 PM
The regular research session of the Scottish SIG of FamilyHistoryWA
THis is a test
FHWA Unit 6 Workshop
Writers Group (Apr 2019)
3 April 2019 10:00 AM
A few members will share their articles/books that they have published. We will positively critique our previously submitted stories of "Tragedy" or "Show Time" and learn how to use Team Drive where our strories are shared,
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
Orientation to the Society and Research Centre (Mar 2019)
30 March 2019 10:00 AM
For new members or those intending to join, or those members just wanting a refresher. Discover what services and resources are available at FamilyHistoryWA. Topics and demonstrations include the Library – how to use the Library catalogue and information on the Library computers, Special Interest Groups, Activities program, bookshop, genealogy software, WAGSnet, WAGS Forum and lots more. Coffee & tea provided. Registration is required for this free event.
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
FindMyPast Presentation (Mar 2019)
26 March 2019 1:00 PM
FindMyPast boasts they have in excess of 2 billion historical records from around the world including the largest collection of Irish records available online. FamilyHistoryWA's librarian, Edwina Shooter, will show you techniques and tips to get back further in your family tree.
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
Family History from the Heart of the Scottish Highlands
Monday 25 March 2019
Two sessions at 5pm and 7:15pm.
Graeme Mackenzie is a trained historian, with a Masters Degree from the University of Cambridge, and has been a professional genealogist specialising in the Highland clans and families of Scotland for the last 25 years.
Please join us for a late afternoon and evening of learning and fellowship. A light supper will be served between the sessions.
Please bring your tickets with you to the sessions.
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
Legacy User Group Meeting (Mar 2019)
24 March 2019 2:00 PM
The regular meeting of users of Millenia Corp's Legacy Family Tree software
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
DNA Special Interest Group Annual General Meeting (Mar 2019)
23 March 2019 2:00 PM
SOLD OUT - waiting list available.
So you got a DNA kit for Xmas and you're wondering what to do next???
Come along and listen to how some of the members of the group have taken their first steps.
This will also be the group's Annual General Meeting, but judging by previous years it won't take too much time to deal with the formalities.
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
Orientation to the Society and Research Centre (Apr 2019)
Tuesday 19 March 2019
For new members or those intending to join, or those members just wanting a refresher. Discover what services and resources are available at FamilyHistoryWA. Topics and demonstrations include the Library – how to use the Library catalogue and information on the Library computers, Special Interest Groups, Activities program, bookshop, genealogy software, WAGSnet, WAGS Forum and lots more. Coffee & tea provided. Registration is required for this free event.
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
London, South of England and Wales SIG (Mar 2019)
16 March 2019 11:00 AM
The regular quarterly meeting of the London, South of England and Wales Special Interest Group of FamilyHistoryWA
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
Mix & Mingle - Professor Ian Reid
12 March 2019 7:00 PM
Sometimes the facts don’t tell you enough: How a fiction writer looks at family history.
Ian Reid is the author of more than a dozen books and numerous articles. As a literary historian, he has extensive experience in archival research. As a historical novelist, he is particularly interested in fiction that has a factual basis in family history. He received a 2015 Battye Memorial Fellowship for a project on history and fiction.
Wine and cheese from 7 with coffee & cake afterwards
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
Genie Chatter - Family Heirlooms
11 March 2019 12:00 noon
David Haimes will lead a sharing session on the powerful stories behind our heirlooms. Bring your heirloom along and tell us about what it means to you.
Bring your lunch - tea and coffee will be available.
This is a free session for members, but you are asked to book your place to help us with the logistics.
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
North of England Special Interest Group (Mar 2019)
10 March 2019 10:00 AM
Regular meeting of the North of England Special Interest Group of FamilyHistoryWA
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
Computer Special Interest Group (Mar 2019)
9 March 2019 11:00 AM
The monthly meeting of the FamilyHistoryWA Computer Special Interest Group.
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
Writers Group (Mar 2019)
6 March 2019 10:00 AM
A group of family historians who go beyond names and dates to flesh out the stories behind the ancestors.
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
Scottish Special Interest Group Research Session (Mar 2019)
Friday 1 March 2019
The regular research session of the Scottish SIG of FamilyHistoryWA
FHWA Unit 6 Workshop
TROVE workshop with Ian Simon (Feb 2019)
Tuesday 26 February 2019
Demonstration how to navigate through the National Library of Australia's website TROVE. This hands-on workshop will give participants time to brush up on search techniques. Explore the wealth of Family History material available at your fingertips
FHWA Unit 6 Workshop
What do I do Next? - with President Ian Simon (Feb 2019)
Monday 25 February 2019
"What Do I Do Next?" is an interactive session where we can encourage each other with suggestions for the next research step. Problems can be presented and suggestions made to get through, around or over. These sessions are informal and your participation is encouraged. Bring your lunch to eat around the table. Afterwards the library will be open to continue your research. Bookings are not required, but are appreciated for seating arrangements.
FHWA Unit 4 Workshop
South Australia Special Interest Group (Feb 2019)
Sunday 24 February 2019
Special Interest Group - South Australia
FHWA Units 5 and 6
India and South East Asia Special Interest Group (Feb 2019)
Saturday 23 February 2019
The India and South East Asia SIG of FamilyHistoryWA
FHWA Unit 6 Workshop
Orientation to the Society and Research Centre (Feb 2019)
Wednesday 20 February 2019
For new members or those intending to join, or those members just wanting a refresher. Discover what services and resources are available at WAGS (Western Australian Genealogical Society) Topics and demonstrations include WAGS Library – how to use the Library catalogue and information on the Library computers, Special Interest Groups, Activities program, bookshop, genealogy software, WAGSnet, WAGS Forum and lots more. Coffee & tea provided.
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
Legacy User Group (Feb 2019)
Tuesday 19 February 2019
The regular meeting of users of Millenia Corp's Legacy Family Tree software
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
Scottish Special Interest Group (Feb 2019)
Sunday 17 February 2019
The regular meeting of the Scottish SIG of FamilyHistoryWA. This month we will be looking at personal research and queries
FHWA Unit 6 Workshop
Military Special Interest Group (Feb 2019)
Saturday 16 February 2019
The regular quarterly meeting of the Military Special Interest Group of FamilyHistoryWA.
The primary aim of the group is to enhance the knowledge of members and other interested parties in the research of all things military, in particular from a genealogy or family history perspective.
This month our Librarian, Edwina Shooter, will demonstrate how to use e-resources via LISWA to do military research for free.
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
Eastern Australian Special Interest Group (Feb 2019)
Saturday 16 February 2019
The Eastern Australian Special Interest Group of FamilyHistoryWA helps members and visitors research their interests in Queensland, New South Wales, Victoria and Tasmania. Meetings are held regularly.
Members are encouraged to share their successes and problems. Group members, at each meeting, are alerted to the latest information on books, magazines, CD's, DVD's and websites etc.
Visitors and new members are always welcome.
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
Getting Started with your family history (Feb 2019)
Thursday 14 February 2019
Introductory course which provides you with all the information in how to access birth, death and marriage records, and to finding relevant records. Instruction also includes showing how to record your findings along with some useful websites to further your research
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
Genie Chatter - Hard to Find English Records
Monday 11 February 2019
Tony Turner, convenor of the North of England Special Interest Group will share how he tries to salve his Brick Walls, or, as those from the North say "Stone Walls". Come along and share the unusual English records you use.
Bring your lunch - tea and coffee will be available.
This is a free session for members, but you are asked to book your place to help us with the logistics.
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
North of England Research Meeting (Feb 2019)
Sunday 10 February 2019
A time to do research uninterrupted on your Northern English Ancestors.
With the help of fellow members, you can research, ask for guidance and knock down those brickwalls. So come along and do some research and see what we can discover together!
FHWA Unit 6 Workshop
Computer Special Interest Group (Feb 2019)
Saturday 9 February 2019
The monthly meeting of the FamilyHistoryWA Computer Special Interest Group.
Come along and join the discussion about all things technology supporting your family history research.
This is a free event, but, as these meetings are very popular, a booking is recommended to ensure we have enough room to accommodate everyone.
New members are welcome. A gold coin donation at the door is appreciated.
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
Writers Group (Feb 2019)
Wednesday 6 February 2019
A group of family historians who go beyond names and dates to flesh out the stories behind the ancestors.
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
European Special Interest Group (Feb 2019)
Sunday 3 February 2019
Regular quarterly meeting of the European Special Interest Group of Family HistoryWA
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
Western Australian Special Interest Group (Feb 2019)
Saturday 2 February 2019
The regular quarterly meeting of the Western Australian Special Interest Group of FHWA
FHWA Meeting Room
The Master Genealogist Special Interest Group (Feb 2019)
Saturday 2 February 2019
TMG may have been discontinued by Wholly Genes Inc. but we are still using it and plan to for many years to come. Its power when combined with John Cardinal's Second Site is second to none in our opinion. So if you are a user do not despair - come along to learn how to get the best out of these programs with people who are active users!
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
Scottish Special Interest Group Research Session (Feb 2019)
Friday 1 February 2019
The regular research session of the Scottish SIG of FamilyHistoryWA
FHWA Unit 6 Workshop
Legacy User Group Meeting (Jan 2019)
Tuesday 22 January 2019
Which Legacy Tools do you need to learn more about?
We'll have an extended question time and discuss topics you would like to see explored this year. Whether you can come on Tuesday or not, you may like to email me your ideas/wish list/questions.
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
Irish Special Interest Group (Jan 2019)
Sunday 20 January 2019
The regular meeting of the Irish Special Interest Group of FamilyHistoryWA
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
Western Australian SIG Research Morning (Jan 2019)
Sunday 20 January 2019
During our research morning, we will show you what is available in units 5/6.
Share your successes and bring along your brick walls.
FHWA Meeting Room
Convict SIG Meeting
Sunday 13 January 2019
The Convict SIG Committee will give you an Update on the amazing stories emerging from the WA Convict Publication Project research.
We will also conduct a "Hands on Workshp" for Members on how to better utilize the vauable resources in the WAGS Library.
FHWA Unit 4 Meeting Room
FindMyPast workshop with Edwina Shooter
Tuesday 1 January 2019
FindMyPast boasts they have in excess of 2 billion historical records from around the world including the largest collection of Irish records available online. FamilyHistoryWA's librarian, Edwina Shooter, will show you techniques and tips to get back further in your family tree.
FHWA Unit 6 Workshop
Computer SIG Meeting
Saturday 8 December 2018
Monthly Meeting of FamilyHistoryWA's Computer Special Interest Group
For our final meeting of the year, let everyone bring cake (or savouries or nibbles to share)!! Christine will take us to the world of the Cloud and show us what’s stored there and why and Julie will demonstrate how she creates family trees using Microsoft PowerPoint. Hope to see you there!
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