Researching Koorie Family History

Event Description

A workshop on the unique set of challenges posed in researching Aboriginal family history with:

Koorie Heritage Trust - Koorie Family History Service,

State Library of Victoria - Indigenous Research Centre

Public Records Office of Victoria & National Archives of Australia - Koorie Records Unit

Hosted by Peter Webster, Kirrip Aboriginal Corporation, Melton



Topics covered will include:

-How to get started

-Tips on staying organised

-Overview of what useful records are available

-Researching names & places

-Services and resources for Aboriginal family history research

Notes & Requirements

This session will be run using Zoom. You will need an internet-connected device to participate. Attendees will receive a link to the Zoom session the day before.

Event Partner

Koorie Heritage Trust. Possum skin family story by Charmaine Keene Hamilton In partnership with Melton City Libraries, Goldfields Library Service, Darebin Library Service, Mildura Rural City Libraries, Prahran Mechanics Institute, Moonee Valley Libraries, Wyndham Libraries, Yarra Libraries, Yarra Plenty Library Service and Public Libraries Victoria

Bookings

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