Exploring Family History events at PRONI, Belfast, 19-23 February 2024

So it's all happening in Belfast this month!

Exploring Family History 2024
19th February to 23rd February at PRONI
Public Records Office of Northern Ireland
North of Ireland Family History Society
ABC Family History Association

Help and Information Monday to Friday 10am to 4pm

• How can a family history society help you on your quest to tell the stories of your ancestors?
• How can you find relevant records and resources?
• How can DNA enhance your research?
• All this and more - ask us questions, get advice and even buy a DNA kit at a special price of £40.

Guided behind the scenes tour of PRONI Tuesday 20th Feb 2.15pm, and Wednesday 21st Feb at 2.15pm

Your opportunity to see what goes on behind the scenes at PRONI.
Spaces are limited so book now at PRONI Tour and Document Display Tickets

Daily Talks - all free! Book here Exploring Family History 2024

ABC Family History Association - Finding Connections Tuesday 20th Feb 11am-12pm
Joy Smith will explain what membership of ABC Family History Association can mean for you and
how it can enrich your family history experience.

Introduction to NIFHS Sources Tuesday 20th Feb 1-2pm
Andrew Kane will explain what unique records are held by the North of Ireland Family History
Society and how the society can help you with your family history research.

Understanding DNA Wednesday 21st Feb 1-2pm
DNA is an excellent addition to your family history toolbox. Martin McDowell will explain how you
can benefit by comparing your DNA with others who also have ancestors from Northern Ireland.

The Really Useful Talk Thursday 22nd Feb 1-2pm
Steve Manning from the Family History Federation will be explaining how the federation works to
promote family history and the work of societies across the British Isles.

NIFHS Projects Friday 23rd Feb 1-2pm
Members of the North of Ireland Family History Society will be explaining about their local
transcription and DNA projects and how both can benefit the wider family history community both
locally and around the world 

 (With thanks to Linda at NIFHS!)

Chris

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