History workshops at Hawkesbury Central Library

Government jail gang 1826. Courtesy State Library of NSW

If you're keen to learn more about history, then the history events planned by Hawkesbury Library Service in November are for you!

Join the family history session 'Top 10 Hints on Researching Convicts' on Tuesday, 8 November, online via Zoom from 6pm to 7pm. How do you confirm if there was a convict in your family? Where do you find more information? Whether you are starting out or revisiting your research, this session is for you, focusing on what is available and where to access the records. Cost is $5. Book via Eventbrite https://hawkesburylibrary.eventbrite.com/

Discover tips for preserving your family history collection for future generations at the next Hawkesbury Family History Group on Wednesday, 9 November from 10am to 11:15am. Researcher Jonathan Auld will share some handy hints for protecting your irreplaceable family documents and photographs. This event is free and no need to book if attending in person. If you are unable to attend in person, you can attend via Zoom and the link will be emailed. Book via Eventbrite https://hawkesburylibrary.eventbrite.com/ The Hawkesbury Family History Group recently celebrated its 40th anniversary. The group started in 1982 because so many people were interested in researching their family history. There is no membership fee, and anyone interested in family history is welcome to attend.

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