Emma Maxwell - Scottish Indexes
Professional Scottish genealogist and co-founder of scottishindexes.com. Regularly to be found in the National Records of Scotland untying Sheriff Court records. I also organise the Scottish Indexes Conferences.
@urbanhistorya.bsky.social
If you're into cities and their histories, then you're into the Urban History Association!
@histparl.bsky.social
Creating a comprehensive account of parliamentary politics in England, then the UK, from the thirteenth century to the present day. You can find us at other places, here: https://linktr.ee/historyofparliament
@sshmedicine.bsky.social
The Society for the Social History of Medicine (SSHM) has pioneered interdisciplinary approaches to the history of health, welfare, medical science and practice https://sshm.org/ #histmed
@georgianlords.bsky.social
The History of Parliament's House of Lords 1660-1832 section, researching the history of the Lords, Parliament and society across the 'long 18th century'. https://www.historyofparliamentonline.org/ https://historyofparliament.com/the-georgian-lords/
@victoriancommons.bsky.social
The History of Parliament's House of Commons 1832-1945 project, currently researching MPs, elections and parliamentary history between 1832 and 1868. Find more details on our blog: https://victoriancommons.wordpress.com/
@themerl.bsky.social
We explore the history of the English countryside and its people. Posting hog on main. Chaotic Good. Website ➡️ https://merl.reading.ac.uk/ Merch ➡️ https://merl-shop.co.uk/ Podcast ➡️ https://merl.reading.ac.uk/explore/absolute-units/
@bodleianlibraries.bsky.social
Amazing collections and breath-taking libraries. Facilitating research at the University of Oxford. Readers: www.bodleian.ox.ac.uk Visitors: visit.bodleian.ox.ac.uk
@affho.bsky.social
AFFHO is the umbrella organisation for family history societies in Australia & New Zealand. Advocacy • Community • Support affho.org
@familyhistorywa.bsky.social
FHWA is the primary genealogy society in Western Australia. Our library and research centre is located in Bayswater.
@bho.bsky.social
British History Online is a digital library of primary and secondary sources for the history of the British Isles. Part of the Institute of Historical Research. https://www.british-history.ac.uk/
@ihr.bsky.social
The Institute of Historical Research is the UK’s national home for history. Supporting historians with digital resources, library, seminars & training https://www.history.ac.uk/ Part of @sasnews.bsky.social
@araukie.bsky.social
The membership body for recordkeeping professionals in the UK & Ireland. Posts are by Deborah Mason, Head of Communications for ARA. You can reach her on deborah.mason@archives.org.uk (quicker than a DM). Find our more about ARA here www.archives.org.uk
@wdytyamagazine.bsky.social
Who Do You Think You Are? Magazine is Britain's best selling family history magazine. Follow for the latest family history news and advice. www.whodoyouthinkyouaremagazine.com
@christinegenealogy.bsky.social
www.ChristineCohenGenealogy.com to learn about my informative and interesting genealogy presentations. Plus register to attend my upcoming presentations nationwide at genealogy and historical societies plus libraries. #Ancestry #Genealogy #FamilyHistory
@byleaveswelive.bsky.social
The Scottish Poetry Library is Scotland's number one poetry resource both online and in bricks and mortar. We're at 5 Crichton's Close, Edinburgh and we're open to the public Monday-Thursday 10am-3pm. Our online HQ is www.scottishpoetrylibrary.org.uk
@natlibscot.bsky.social
Scotland’s living memory. If you can think of it, we probably have it.
@igrs1936.bsky.social
The Irish Genealogical Research Society is the “Great Granddaddy of all Irish Family History Societies”. Founded in 1936, it’s the world’s oldest society dedicated to the pursuit of Irish family history. https://www.irishancestors.ie
@alliethinks.bsky.social
Likes history, genealogy, art, movies, small furry animals and terrible jokes. Possesses a (mostly) logical mind and a vivid imagination. Born and rared in Belfast, and back there after wandering round Scotland and London.
@cbgenealogy.ie
Irish professional genealogist. Let me help you break down that brickwall! Might also comment on non-genealogy things such as knitting, Strictly, Star Trek, books, history, politics & general Irish stuff. She/Her https://linktr.ee/cbgenealogy
@curlyreader.bsky.social
I’m an American living in Scotland for the past 30 years. I have worked in local history museums as well as in education. Besides researching my family tree, I can be found gardening, reading, walking, or sitting quietly with a cup of coffee.
@janejanealogy.bsky.social
Fled X, tried Mastodon, optimistic about Bluesky. Almost retired pro genealogist, Black Isle dweller (Scotland), Orkney-born, French, Welsh, bit of running, bike & hills, one-place study #NorthWallsAndBrims Orkney, janealogy.co.uk
@oneplacestudies.bsky.social
For excellence and enjoyable engagement in #OnePlaceStudies – where #FamilyHistory and #LocalHistory unite. Studying and celebrating places, their people, and their shared histories. Post about your OPS on #OnePlaceWednesday! www.one-place-studies.org
@sfhs1975.bsky.social
Founded in Lowestoft 1975, we are celebrating our 50th birthday this year. We are keen amateur genealogists whose objectives are to encourage the study of family history, genealogy, heraldry & local history
@westmiddlesexfh.bsky.social
We encourage and assist the study of family and local history in the western part of the ancient English county of Middlesex. Advice, monthly talks (available on Zoom) - www.west-middlesex-fhs.org.uk for all our activities!
@glamorganfhs.bsky.social
Family history society researching Glamorgan ancestors since 1974. Website https://www.glamfhs.org.uk
@yorkfhs.bsky.social
@devonfhs.bsky.social
The official bsky profile of Devon FHS. Helping all those with Devon ancestry and those in Devon with their worldwide family history. Our strength is in our local knowledge. https://www.devonfhs.org.uk/
@isogg.bsky.social
Founded in 2005, the mission of the International Society of Genetic Genealogy is to advocate for and educate about the use of genetics as a tool for genealogical research. ISOGG is FREE! To join: isogg.org #ISOGG #DNA #epigenetics
@familyhistpod.bsky.social
The Family Histories Podcast is a show for and about #familyhistory addicts. A guest, a life story, a brick wall, and a bit of #timetravel. Host: @familytreeuk.bsky.social https://familyhistoriespodcast.com
@ihgs.bsky.social
Study with IHGS. Distance Leaning Courses for all levels. You can arrange your studies to fit with your timetable with our self-directed courses. Enrol anytime.
@regqualgenes.bsky.social
Register of Qualified Genealogists www.qualifiedgenealogists.org
@apgenealogists.bsky.social
APG is the world’s largest association for professional genealogists, representing more than 2,000 members in 40+ countries. For membership information or to find a genealogist, visit apgen.org.
@balhnews.bsky.social
The British Association for Local History is the national charity which promotes local history and serving local historians throughout the UK #WeAreLocalHistory
@howtohistory.bsky.social
Instruction and information for historians. Into your inbox fortnightly | https://howtohistory.substack.com | Edited by Joe Saunders & Anna Cusack
@pharostutors.bsky.social
💻 Online Courses 📜 Certificate programmes 🕵️♂️ #FamilyHistory 🗺️ #LocalHistory 🌳 #Genealogy ✍️ #DistanceLearning 👩🏼🏫 #OnlineCourses Professionally recognised by AGRA @agragenealogy.bsky.social https://www.pharostutors.com/
@ugagenealogy.bsky.social
The Utah Genealogical Association (UGA) provides genealogical education and information for researchers at all levels, supporting members from around the world.
@socaustgen.bsky.social
Educating family historians since 1932: courses, events, library, community & more www.sag.org.au #FamilyHistory #Genealogy #findyourfamily
@dcags.bsky.social
From Dane County, Wisconsin - We're here for #genealogy! DCAGS.org
@doncasterdistfhs.bsky.social
D&DFHS is run by volunteers. Object is to advance public education in family history in Doncaster.
@anesfhs.bsky.social
The Aberdeen & North-East Scotland Family History Society exists to assist and promote the study of genealogy and family history based on the North-East corner of Scotland.
@socialhistsoc.bsky.social
Promoting the research, teaching and sharing of social and cultural history since 1976.
@myheritageofficial.bsky.social
MyHeritage is the leading global discovery platform for exploring family history, uncovering ethnic origins, and finding new relatives. www.myheritage.com
@allankennedy.bsky.social
Lecturer in Scottish History. Social and political history of early modern Scotland. Find me via the University of Dundee: https://www.dundee.ac.uk/people/allan-kennedy
@ainenitomas.bsky.social
Family history and early medieval nerd. Interested in DNA, British and Irish history and genealogy as well as coal mining in the Lothians of Scotland and Vikings. MA Celtic and Anglo-Saxon Studies with History. #Neurodivergent #Spoonie 🥄♿ #CatMum
@juliegfamily.bsky.social
One Place Study researcher of Long Buckby Wharf in Northants, England. Family historian, former librarian, collector of many different crafts. Website https://longbuckbywharf.wordpress.com/
@familysleuther.com
Avid family historian on a mission to unearth his roots. Skilled at pestering relatives for lore, sifting through records for hidden gems, and passing the spittoon for DNA samples. Admin of Quirke Y-DNA project. Author. https://www.familysleuther.com
@chrismpaton.bsky.social
Genealogist/sloinntear, writer, tutor, editor, Gaelic immersion student at Glasgow University. Have written a few books. Laphroaig every time. Cuimhnich air na daoine o'n d'thàinig sibh - agus 's fheàrr Gàidhlig bhriste na Gàidhlig sa chiste...!
@scotsarchives.bsky.social
We provide leadership for the archives and records management sector in Scotland. Lead. Inform. Inspire. Website: https://www.scottisharchives.org.uk/