The Role Of The Land Agent In 19th Century Ulster – Anne Casement | Lisburn Branch
Bridge Community Centre 50 Railway Street, LisburnA talk on The Role Of The Land Agent In 19th Century Ulster by Anne Casement.
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A talk on The Role Of The Land Agent In 19th Century Ulster by Anne Casement.
An online Zoom class with NIFHS Volunteers
Our ever-popular Look-up evening returns to give you an opportunity to reap the benefits of our society look-up service. This is not a formal talk but an opportunity for you to find out more about some of the items that the Society holds in its Research Library. Come along and ask us a question – you may even get a look-up done during the session!
An online Zoom class with Martin McDowell Dividing up your DNA matches into maternal and paternal can be a useful first step in working out how you are related to your DNA […]
Only on Zoom Zoom open from 7:00 pm Meeting starts at 7:30 pm Belfast Branch members have been notified of the link to join the meeting on Zoom. Others who […]
Talk for NIFHS Causeway Coast & Glens Branch, on The genealogy of Rathlin Island, Ballycastle and the Glens by Dr Nic Wright, Tuesday, 25 April 2023 @ 7:30 pm.
Hybrid event: on site & on zoom.
Those wishing to attend on zoom should e-mail the branch secretary at causeway@nifhs.org and they will be sent the link.
Talk on emigration to Australia and New Zealand with an explanation of the colonies, states and territories and references to where the records are to be found.
Hybrid event: on site & on zoom. Those wishing to attend on zoom should e-mail the branch secretary at Ballymena@nifhs.org and they will be sent the link.
AGM of the NIFHS Killyleagh Branch, Monday 1 May 2023 @ 8:00 pm
The NIFHS Lisburn Branch AGM, followed by guest speaker Al Bodkin who will give a talk on The Londonderry Militia (1793-1816).
Talk for NIFHS Foyle Branch, TBC, Monday 15th May 2023
Talk for NIFHS Newtownabbey Branch, by Tom Hartley, Monday, 15 May 2023 @ 7:00 pm.
✅ Whether attending in-person or online, please book now to secure your place: https://forms.gle/5qZ7h3aPSdrzRJg29
7.30pm BST Monday 15 May. All welcome.
(Venue doors open at 7pm while we set up the streaming equipment for our online guests).
Timezone converter: https://dateful.com/convert/belfast-uk?t=1930&d=2023-05-15
AGM for NIFHS Larne Branch, plus an Update on the Ballycarry & Islandmagee DNA Projectson x by Martin McDowell & Anne Johnston, Monday, 15 May 2023 Monday@ 7:15 pm.
Anyone wishing to attend in person or online needs to email Larne@nifhs.org to book a place by 12pm on Saturday prior to each meeting.
Hybrid event: on site & on zoom. Those wishing to attend on zoom should e-mail the branch secretary at Ballymena@nifhs.org and they will be sent the link.
Only on Zoom
Zoom open from 7:00 pm
Meeting starts at 7:30 pm
Following our Belfast Branch AGM, three Belfast Branch members from Australia, Canada and USA will make short presentations about their key Irish ancestors. Ancestral surnames will include Redfern, MacNutt, Hyndman, Crawford, Dawson, McCallum, McMillan and Chestnutt.
Talk for NIFHS Causeway Coast & Glens Branch, The workhouse system in Ireland by Dr Robyn Atcheson, Tuesday, 30 May 2023 @ 7:30 pm.
Hybrid event: on site & on zoom.
Those wishing to attend on zoom should e-mail the branch secretary at causeway@nifhs.org and they will be sent the link.
An online Zoom class with Anne Johnston
WikiTree is a free genealogy website that allows users individually to research and contribute to their own personal family trees, whilst building and collaborating on a single worldwide family tree within the same system. It also allows users to record DNA tests, linking them to relevant cousin profiles. This class will provide an introduction to WikiTree and by the use of practical examples it hopes to encourage you to join the WikiTree community with the overall aim of linking our shared heritage in the North of Ireland and beyond.
Explore the NIFHS Family History Library or take the chance to look through books and records and do some family history research. Maybe you're interested in local history and want to check old street directories or maps? Everyone is welcome - just call in. Free.
Saturday, 10 June is the provisional date for the Branch's Summer Outing to places of interest to genealogists and family historians. Departure time and arrangements to be confirmed.
Outing for NIFHS Newtownabbey Branch, to Belfast City Cemetery, Saturday, 17 June 2023, times to be confirmed.
Anyone wishing to attend in person or online needs to email Newtownabbey@nifhs.org to book a place.
Annual outing for NIFHS Causeway Coast & Glens Branch, a Saturday in June 2023 TBC
Talk for NIFHS Larne Branch, on Malone House by Alun Evans, Monday, 19 June 2023 TBC
You have taken a DNA test - what now?
Find out at this free beginners class on Monday 17th July at 7pm on Zoom.
This online class will guide you through the basics of working with your DNA test results from familytreedna.com (FTDNA).
Following the July holiday break, the Research Centre will be open again from 2pm to 8pm on Tuesdays.
with Martin McDowell
An action plan can help you to manage your autosomal DNA results more efficiently. Learn about matches in common, the chromosome browser and other tools. Discover the best way to utilise those tools to identify your matches and make headway. Book your place.
with Anne Johnston
Geographical data about your matches is often overlooked but it can be extremely useful when trying to connect your matches to your tree. This class will show you where to look for such information and how it can help you to uncover those connections. Book your place.
with Martin McDowell
Proving DNA matches conclusively requires the use of a chromosome browser. This talk will explain the basic concept of what this tool can do and how to use it simply and effectively. Book your place.
Case Studies – with Martin McDowell and Anne Johnston
These case studies will show you how effective strategies can lead to successful outcomes. Practical examples using autosomal, Y and X DNA will give you hints and tips that you can use in your own research. Book your place.
with Martin McDowell
Y-DNA testing is now a commonly used tool to explore a patrilineal line. This action plan will provide a straightforward approach to interpreting your results and then applying that information to a male surname line. Book your place.
with Janine Cloud
Janine is from Family Tree DNA so who better to tell us about Big Y testing and the Discover tool? This presentation will be a fascinating insight into how it all works and what you can learn from FTDNA’s ever-improving presentation of Y-DNA results. Book your place.
with Jonny Perl
Jonny is the creator of DNA Painter, the go-to site for chromosome mapping, calculating relationships from shared cMs and much much more! He will bring us up to date on developments on the site and give us hints and tips on how to use some of the tools he provides. The last time Jonny spoke at our DNA Summer School, it was a sell-out so don’t miss out! Book your place.
with Anne Johnston
There is a lot to learn about DNA and it can be easy to pick up incorrect information. This class will go over some common misconceptions about DNA – it is your opportunity to make sure you are not inadvertently on the wrong track. Book your place.
with Jim Bartlett
Jim is an expert on autosomal DNA, particularly “Segment-ology”. He has worked for many years on identifying how segments can be attributed to particular ancestors and why it matters. He is going to guide us through the concept of this and give practical examples for you to adapt to your own research. Book your place.
with Martin McDowell
Having an ongoing plan for your DNA research can be the key to solving specific problems and it can help you to confirm existing lineages. This class will show you when and how to use target testing to uncover better matches and achieve your aims. Book your place.
Talk for NIFHS Killyleagh Branch, Townlands of Killyleagh by James Hanna, Monday 4 September 2023 @ 8:00 pm.
Visit and talk with NIFHS Foyle Branch, Fahan Historic Graveyard by John Thompson, Saturday 9 September @ 11:00 am TBC.
Members Night "Welcome to the Society" – The Benefits for NIFHS Newtownabbey Branch, Monday 11 September 2023 @ 7:00 pm.
On-site at the Mill – Please just turn up and say “hello”.
Online via Zoom – Please book using this link: https://forms.gle/Nm172DD1YL3twrZN6
Talk for NIFHS Lisburn Branch, A Virtual Tour Of The Major Archives by Nathalie Bodle, Tuesday 12 September 2023 @ 7:30 pm.
New Season Opening Night | Tyrone Branch : an informal get-together to start of the new season, on Tuesday 12 September 2023 @ 7.30 pm.
Catchup with friends and hear about their research findings.