NIFHS News

The North of Ireland Family History Society (NIFHS) is taking part in Heritage Week which returns to libraries across Northern Ireland from 9 to 14 March with a rich programme of free talks, workshops, exhibitions and online events exploring the stories that shape where we live.

Discover your Family History with NIFHS: DNA testing and Genealogy Index Showcase. Ballymena Central Library, 12th March, 11.00am – 4.00pm. No booking required. In person event.

Family History Fair. Meet heritage professionals, archivists and genealogy specialists from across Northern Ireland at this vibrant Family History Fair. Featuring archives, historical societies and research organisations, the event offers expert advice, resources and guidance for anyone exploring their family or local history. Belfast Central Library, 13th March, 10.00am – 2.00pm. No booking required. In person event.

Using DNA to Research you Northern Irish Ancestors. In person event. Belfast Central Library, Friday, 13th March, 2.00pm – 3.00pm. Speaker – Martin McDowell. Booking advised – tel – 028 90509150, email – belfast.central@librariesni.org.uk

For those who can’t attend in person, online events –

The Language Beneath our Feet, Irish and Townland Names – 9th March, 6.30pm – 7.30pm Speaker Dr Frances Kane

Using Digital Record Maps to find your Ancestors – 12th March, 12.30pm – 1.30pm Speaker John Grenham