Family & Local History societies and organisations
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@lbwfarchives.bsky.social
Waltham Forest Archives and Local Studies Library, Chingford Assembly Hall, Station Road, London E4 7EN. Collections documenting history of the London Borough of Waltham Forest. Research visits by prior appointment. Email wfa.enquiries@walthamforest.gov.uk
@museumsassociation.org
Membership organisation and network for everyone working in museums and heritage 🤝 based in the UK 📍 museumsassociation.org
@folkloresociety.bsky.social
Based in London, The Folklore Society has been collecting, studying, publishing and promoting the study of folklore in all its forms since 1878. Visit our website: https://folklore-society.com
@thevicsoc.bsky.social
The national charity fighting to save our Victorian & Edwardian heritage. Join us! linktr.ee/victoriansociety Non-Governmental & Nonprofit Organization in England and Wales
@dundeecityarchives.bsky.social
Official account of Dundee City Archives, part of Dundee City Council (@dundeecitycouncil.bsky.social). Email archives@dundeecity.gov.uk to book. For info on visiting and more see https://linktr.ee/DundeeCityArchives
@bexleyarchives.bsky.social
Bexley Local Studies and Archive Centre holds historic materials for the London Borough of Bexley
@harchivestrust.bsky.social
Supporting the preservation & conservation of #Hampshire related archives. Raising awareness of the county's rich & diverse documented past. Join us! https://hampshirearchivestrust.co.uk/
@orkneylibrary.bsky.social
Books and Archives since 1683. Website: orkneylibrary.org.uk Linktree: linktr.ee/orkneylibrary
@mrcwarwick.bsky.social
Archives rich in social and political history from the late 19th century onwards - Britain and beyond. Follow the MRC for highlights from our collections, details of our online resources and more! https://warwick.ac.uk/services/library/mrc
@virtualtreasury.bsky.social
www.virtualtreasury.ie An All-Island & International Legacy from Decade of Centenaries Core partners: National Archives Ireland, The National Archives UK, Public Record Office Northern Ireland, Irish Manuscripts Commission, Library Trinity College Dublin
@vicarchives.bsky.social
Public Record Office Victoria (PROV) is the #archive of the State Government of Victoria. We hold records from the mid-1830s to today. Visit our website at prov.vic.gov.au
@shropshirefhs.bsky.social
This is the account for Shropshire Family History Society - for those with an interest in their Shropshire ancestors and/or those living in Shropshire with an interest in their family history wherever it may take them.
@kyhistsoc.bsky.social
Official account of the Kentucky Historical Society (museum, library, archives), Old State Capitol, KY Military History Museum.
@derbyshiredro.bsky.social
Free access to 900 years of history - Derbyshire, Britain and beyond: books, archives, maps, prints and photographs. Explore online or visit us in Matlock. Website: www.derbyshire.gov.uk/recordoffice
@royalhistsoc.org
The Royal Historical Society is the UK's foremost society promoting the scholarly and professional study of the past. Our membership is an international community of historians: https://royalhistsoc.org/
@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
@nwkfhs.bsky.social
We are one of Kent's and the UK's premier Family History Societies - if you want to find out more why not take a look at our website: https://www.nwkfhs.org.uk
@fcelh.bsky.social
Our aim is to promote, support, and assist in the study of Local History as taught and practised in the Centre for Regional and Local History (formerly the Centre for English Local History) at the University of Leicester
@clha.bsky.social
A gathering of societies with an interest in and an understanding of the history of Cheshire. Reposts are not endorsements. See more on our website: www.cheshirehistory.org.uk
@cadllocalhistory.bsky.social
The Forest Parke Library & Archives is CADL's Local History Collection, located in the lower level of the Downtown Lansing library. CADL.org/lh
@clemhallhistory.bsky.social
Community group in York working on the #localhistory of the Scarcroft, South Bank, Clementhorpe and Bishophill areas. See www.clementshallhistorygroup.org.uk.
@history.dulwichsociety.com
Bringing you Dulwich's local history. Part of the Dulwich Society
@aaslh.bsky.social
AASLH provides leadership and resources to help the history community thrive and make history more meaningful to all people. Join us at aaslh.org.
@affho.bsky.social
AFFHO is the umbrella organisation for family history societies in Australia & New Zealand. Advocacy • Community • Support affho.org
@wiltshistory.bsky.social
The Victoria County History of Wiltshire. New to BlueSky and happy to be here.
@vchlondon.bsky.social
Begun in 1899, the Victoria County History is an encyclopaedic record of England’s places & people. https://www.history.ac.uk/research/victoria-county-history
@socialhistsoc.bsky.social
Promoting the research, teaching and sharing of social and cultural history since 1976.
@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.
@doncasterdistfhs.bsky.social
D&DFHS is run by volunteers. Object is to advance public education in family history in Doncaster.
@dcags.bsky.social
From Dane County, Wisconsin - We're here for #genealogy! DCAGS.org
@socaustgen.bsky.social
Educating family historians since 1932: courses, events, library, community & more www.sag.org.au #FamilyHistory #Genealogy #findyourfamily
@ugagenealogy.bsky.social
The Utah Genealogical Association (UGA) provides genealogical education and information for researchers at all levels, supporting members from around the world.
@pharostutors.bsky.social
💻 Online Courses 📜 Certificate programmes 🕵️♂️ #FamilyHistory 🗺️ #LocalHistory 🌳 #Genealogy ✍️ #DistanceLearning 👩🏼🏫 #OnlineCourses Professionally recognised by AGRA @agragenealogy.bsky.social https://www.pharostutors.com/
@howtohistory.bsky.social
Instruction and information for historians. Into your inbox fortnightly | https://howtohistory.substack.com | Edited by Joe Saunders & Anna Cusack
@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
@agragenealogy.bsky.social
Association of Genealogists & Researchers in Archives - We are professional researchers supporting the highest standards in family history and genealogy. www.agra.org.uk
@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.
@regqualgenes.bsky.social
Register of Qualified Genealogists www.qualifiedgenealogists.org
@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.
@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
@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
@sogorg.bsky.social
🌳 A charity with the unique purpose of helping people to discover their place in history. 📜 Preserving the records of everyday lives & promoting family histories. 📍 Explore more: sog.org.uk #Genealogy #FamilyHistory #HistoryMatters
@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/
@fhsofcheshire.bsky.social
Welcome to Cheshire. We are a very friendly and helpful Society, with a lot of knowledgeable volunteers always ready to help you find the Who, What, When, and Where of your ancestry no matter where it's based https://www.fhsc.org.uk
@yorkfhs.bsky.social
@glamorganfhs.bsky.social
Family history society researching Glamorgan ancestors since 1974. Website https://www.glamfhs.org.uk
@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!
@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
@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
@findmypast.bsky.social
Findmypast helps you understand your family history. Delve deeper into your family tree by getting to know the world your ancestors lived in — their triumphs, setbacks, and heartbreaks — to uncover your family’s unique story. Here 9-5 weekdays.
@federationfhs.bsky.social
The Family History Federation, supporting #Genealogy and the membership of #FamilyHistory societies worldwide 🌳 familyhistoryfederation.com / http://exploreyourgenealogy.co.uk