Researching your Family History Online at Kingston Library

Kingston Library provides library services, research and information, adult literacy support, community learning, Adult Education, online access, archive and heritage services.The Library is in the centre of Kingston with an off-street carpark from Hutchins Street and has wheelchair access.Any Libraries Tasmania events at Bruny Island will be displayed under Kingston Library's list of events.

Kingston Library

Learn how to use online tools and databases like Ancestry and Trove to uncover your family's story.

National Family History Month 2025

Hear from real people about family history research. Unlock the secrets of your past and hear incredible real-life stories from passionate family history researchers. There is something for everyone.

This National Family History Month, learn how to research your family history online.This program will show you how to use popular genealogy websites and databases. You will learn how to search in library collections, and on sites like Ancestry and Trove, to find historical records. Whether you are new to family history, or looking to deepen your research, you will gain practical tips you can use to uncover your family's story.Bookings required. Parking:• Maximum 2 hour stay at the library• Parking in Channel Court shopping complex is maximum 3 hours. To ensure a successful event, please:• Let us know if you can’t attend so we can give your place to someone else• Don't attend if you are unwell• Follow hygiene practices eg. hand sanitising• Let us know if you have any support needs or if a support person will be coming with you. Accessibility:• 2 permit mobility parking spaces next to the library - 2 hour parking limits• Level access, automatic entrance doors, wide doorways and aisles for wheelchairs• Accessible toilet with a change table for children• Parenting room in Channel Court shopping centre next to the library Please contact us if you need more information about this program:• Kingston Library on (03) 6165 6208• kingston.library@libraries.tas.gov.au #LibrariesTasmania #KingstonLibrary

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