29/04/2024 - Hurstville Library and Service Centre, Hurstville

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Discover the hidden history of your home with free resources available at your local library.

Have you ever wondered about the history of your home? Who lived in it before you, what events occurred within its walls, or what secrets it may hold?

Join us for a workshop that will teach you how to research your house's history using free resources available at your local library. Register now to reserve your spot and unlock the secrets of your home!

Led by the Local Studies Librarians, you will learn:

• How to use free library resources such as Ancestry.com and guidance on how to access and use SIX Maps, NSW Land Registry Services records and NSW Historical Imagery Viewer to assist in the research of your house history.
• How to use the Georges River Libraries catalogue to locate photographs of your neighborhood.
• How to use Georges River Libraries Local Studies property records to discover information about previous property owners.

This event is suitable for ages 16 years and over.

 

Monday 29 April 2024

 

Address

Hurstville Library and Service Centre
Corner of Dora Street and Queens Road, Hurstville
 

Times

11.00am - 12.00pm.
 

Cost

Free.
 

Bookings

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Accessibility Information
Georges River Libraries is committed to providing inclusive library services and programs. Please email library@georgesriver.nsw.gov.au or note down your requirements or support needs in your event registration.    
 
Terms and conditions

• For participants under the age of 16, parents and/or guardians of children must remain in the library for the duration of the program.   
• If you arrive more than 10 minutes after the advertised start time and there are people in the standby queue, your ticket may be allocated to the standby queue.
• If you are unable to attend, please cancel your registration at least 3 hours prior to the event. As Library Programs have limited spaces and repeated failure to notify staff of cancellations, bookings may be refused in the future. 

Georges River Libraries strive to create lifelong learning by informing, inspiring and engaging the community through a range of programs, activities and events to support literacies and foster community connection, for all ages including children and adults. Further details can be found on the library’s Programs and Events webpage.

About Local Studies
Our Local Studies Team support the preservation and promotion of the Georges River Council through the research and collection of local historical materials such as maps, photographs and newspapers to gain a deeper understanding of our history, culture, and community.
 
About the Australian Heritage Festival
The Australian Heritage Festival is an annual celebration of culture, history and heritage throughout Australia. The 2024 Theme is Connections, encouraging celebration of the rich and diverse stories of our nation, strengthening cultural and historical ties and forging new bonds.

For further information, please contact us on (02) 9330 9527 or email library@georgesriver.nsw.gov.au.