Online Lectures

Discover more about Scottish history with our exclusive online lectures. Booking is now open for the following live sessions…

8 February - 6.30pm

Scottish Family History Month

Exploring the Scottish Census

Genealogist Chris Paton explains how to get every last clue from the Scottish census - including the newly-released 1921 Census.

15 February - 6.30pm

Scottish Family History Month

Tracing your agricultural ancestors

Ken Nisbet explores the many ways in which we can find evidence to help trace ancestors who worked as a farmer or agricultural labourer.

1 February - 1pm

Scottish Family History Month
Making the most of Scottish High Court records
Scottish High Court records are packed with genealogical gems, as Emma Maxwell of Scottish Indexes will explain in this exclusive presentation.

Online lectures include expert presentation, and Q&A session, giving you the chance to ask the speaker your questions.
Can't make the date? Don't worry, the registration fee includes 7-day on-demand access to the event recording.

Scottish Family History Month is brought to you by History Scotland and Family Tree, in association with National Records Scotland.
Taking place throughout February 2023, the month-long online event includes six expert talks.