Maps for Family Historians
Speaker Alan Ruston The importance of maps for research; a history of their scope and range and their development since the 18th century. Maps available online will be outlined. Virtual Doors open at 7PM for the talk to commence at 7:30PM.
Child Labour
Keighley Local Studies Library 1 Albert Street, Keighley, West Yorkshire, United KingdomSpeaker: Bob Schofield Up every morning at 5am....... child workers in our mines and mills.
Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Airedale & Wharfedale FHS 18th May 2023 7:30PM
We cordially invite you to attend our Annual General Meeting (AGM) on 18th May 2023 at 7:30PM (Virtual Doors Open at 7PM) . The meeting will be held virtually via Zoom, and we hope you will join us for an important gathering to discuss the progress of our society over the past year. The AGM … Read More
A Horrible Crime of Murder – crime and punishment in Victorian England
Keighley Local Studies Library 1 Albert Street, Keighley, West Yorkshire, United KingdomSpeaker: Andrea Hetherington A murder in Holbeck in 1848 is used as a focal point to examine crime and punishment in Victorian England and look at the difference within our criminal justice system today
The Long Paper Trail
Speaker: Sue Paul Using examples of the papers discovered in an attic, Sue demonstrates how you may find forebears hidden in private papers held in archives.
Heritage Open Day – Keighley Library – Saturday 9th September 2023
Keighley Local Studies Library 1 Albert Street, Keighley, West Yorkshire, United KingdomCELEBRATE ALL THINGS ART AT KEIGHLEY LIBRARY FOR THIS YEAR’S HERITAGE OPEN DAY Hometown Arts & Crafts is the theme for this year’s Heritage Open Day so come and join us at Keighley library on Saturday 9th September between 10.00am – 4.00pm. Opening Times / Details: At 10.00am art writer and creator of the popular … Read More
Wills for Family History
Keighley Local Studies Library 1 Albert Street, Keighley, West Yorkshire, United KingdomSpeaker: Jackie Depelle Perhaps the third most useful source after certificates and census, wills are a personal insight into relationships and possessions. Find indexes and associated records, order copies and read the documents.
An introduction to Irish Family History
Speaker: Natalie Bodle Irish ancestry research can be tricky, but this talk will cover how you can get started, which records are available and best of all which are free. This will give you a good grounding to making a start on finding your Irish ancestors.
Using DNA to aid your Family History Research
Keighley Local Studies Library 1 Albert Street, Keighley, West Yorkshire, United KingdomSpeaker: Frank Shiers
Poor Law Records
Laura Yeoman, Access and Digital Engagement Archivist at the Borthwick, specialises in connecting audiences with collections, both in-person and online. With a particular focus on medieval collections, she leads efforts to make historical records accessible and meaningful. Join her talk on "Poor Law Records" for valuable insights into this crucial aspect of our past.