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Recently a number of family albums were donated to the Geelong Family History Group. The person who owned them was not married, had no children, and no siblings with children (nieces or nephews). There were 3 albums, one framed image … Continued
At our Geelong Family History Group Meeting on Wednesday 27th April 2022, we presented David Wilson with Life Membership to our Society. Our photograph shows John Stewart, Vice President (left), presenting the GFHG Certificate for Life Membership to David Wilson … Continued
Just an interim warning – we’re moving to a new hosting site. You might see some funny / different screen setups during the transition period – bear with me while I make some modifications. We’re also moving our Domain registrar. … Continued
Even more reasons to get involved with the Geelong Family History Group(GFHG) – whether you are a member or not. NEW: DNA Interest Group We are delighted to announce that our GFHG Member and DNA expert, Louise Coakley, has agreed to … Continued
The Geelong Family History Group has been a ‘virtual’ / online family history group since we closed our Research rooms and Library in 2006. APART from our Monthly meetings everything we have done since then was online. That’s why I … Continued
The Geelong Family History Group now offers TWO options for paid Research. Both options cost $20 ($10 for Members). You can request either Research option or both. Today we’re announcing the second and most exciting addition for people researching in the … Continued
Members of the Geelong Family History Group have submitted their Surnames of Interest. People who may be researching the same families can contact GFHG Members – read the details.
2019 is shaping up to be a great year for family history researchers – both in Geelong and further afield. Pull out your diaries (and for those relying on their phone or computer diary, open up your diaries) and make … Continued
The closing ceremony for National Family History Month August 2018 is being sponsored by the Geelong Library & Heritage Centre and co-hosted by the Geelong Heritage Centre and the Geelong Family History Group. See all details in the NFHM Closing … Continued
Start your family history journey at the Dome. New to family history? Need some help getting started? During National Family History Month, August, members of the Geelong Family History Group will be available in the Heritage Centre to assist visitors with family … Continued