National Family History Month

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Published on: Friday, 17 July 2026
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August is National Family History Month at the libraries and there's no better time to attend one of our events and delve into your family history.

Family History Discovery Morning
Thursday 13 August, Woodvale Library
No cost. Register online for all three sessions.

10-11am - Introduction to Family History
Tracing your family history has been a favourite pastime for many, but where do you start? Learn how to begin researching your family tree and explore useful family history resources.
11-11:30am  - From the Old Bailey to a New Life
Learn about the incredible journey of Susanna Lallemont - from conviction to shipwreck to a new life in Australia.
11:30am - midday - WeAre.XYZ: An Introduction to Digital Family Archives
Give your past a future by transforming your research into a living archive for the whole family.

Family History - Smash the Brick Walls
Saturday 22 August, 1-3:30pm
Joondalup Library - Local History
No cost. Register online.

Discovery Session - Put it in Print
Wednesday 26 August, 6-7pm
Joondalup Library - Local History
Cost $5. Book and pay online.

Family History Help Pop-up
Thursday 6 August, 2-5pm, Whitford Library
Monday 17  August, 2-5pm, Duncraig Library
No cost. No need to book.

More Family History sessions held every month:

Family History Help
Family History Writer's Group

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