Tracing family history has become very popular with more and more people are showing an interest in drawing their own family tree. Gwynedd Council’s Archives Service has arranged a series of sessions to give people the taste of what’s available in their local archives and guidance on the best way to go about tracing their family history.
The courses which will be held at the Meirionnydd Record Office, Dolgellau by Gwynedd Council’s Archives Service, will give tips and guidance on how to set about tracing your family history. There will be an opportunity to look at different kinds of sources and evidence.
One of the talks will give a case study, and another session will provide an opportunity where you can question the archivists. Those attending will receive an information pack. The cost of the course is £10.
Councillor Roy Owen, who leads on Archives for Gwynedd Council said:
“We hope that these courses will be an opportunity for anyone who is interested in tracing their family history to see the wealth of historically important records which are available, and that they have the chance to make use of these facilities at Gwynedd Council’s record offices. A whole host of important historical documents, including old church and chapel records are stored in Gwynedd’s archives.
“Similar courses which we have held in the past have been very popular, and we are confident that members of the public will be keen to book their places of these courses as well, so remember to book a place if you’re keen to attend one of the courses.”
Courses will be held on the following dates:
Saturday, 18 February 2012: Family History Course (Welsh)
Location: Meirionnydd Record Office, Dolgellau
Time: All day course starting at 10am
Wednesday, 22 February 2012: Family History Course (English)
Location: Meirionnydd Record Office, Dolgellau
Time: All day course starting at 10am
It’s compulsory to book a place on these courses. If you’re interested contact: Gwynedd Council’s Archives Service on 01341 424682 or e-mail: [email protected]
