Family History Events

Genealogy Workshops

Genealogy Workshops are held regularly on Level 3 of Central Library.

The workshops offer instruction in varying aspects of family history research and the resources we have to offer. 

Genealogy Seminars 

Seminars on a range of genealogical topics are held regularly on Level 3 of Central Library.

Previous topics have included:

- Shipping Records

- Military Records

- Irish Family Research

- Genealogy for Beginners

Night at the Library

Night at the Library is an annual event, where family history researchers are allowed 8 hours of uninterrupted research time on Level 3 of Central Library. Throughout the event there are also tours of back of house areas, pizza and specialist research assistance available.

Genealogy Volunteers

Volunteers from the Hamilton Branch of the New Zealand Society of Genealogists are available to assist with family history research queries every Thursday between 10am-12.30pm, on Level 3 of Central Library.