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The SCOTTISH GENEALOGY SOCIETY (SCIO)
The Scottish Genealogy Society, located at 15 Victoria Terrace in Edinburgh, is a valuable resource for anyone interested in researching Scottish family and local history.Founded in 1953 and established as a SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) in 2024, the Society is managed by volunteers dedicated to offering support throughout the research process. They extend a warm welcome to members and visitors alike at their Library and Family History Centre, which is open for visits without the need for prior booking.For those interested in visiting, please scroll down to view the library's opening times.


Additionally, the Society has launched an online members area and an online shop where memberships and over 800 publications can be purchased to assist with research.


Information regarding the Society's path to becoming a SCIO can be found here




Upcoming Events

If you're looking to engage further, the Society hosts various events, classes, and talks, many of which are available on zoom.

Our full list of classes, talks and events can be found on our Calendar


Thu06Feb

Researching your English Relatives

Thu 06 Feb, 2025 PM 7:00 — Thu 06 Feb, 2025 PM 9:00 (UTC+00:00) Dublin, Edinburgh, Lisbon, London   
Event summary
Ken Nisbet will show you how to access English statutory records and how to interpret them; includes English Church and Probate records.
Event details

This class will be held on Zoom and costs £10 each for members and £15 for non-members. The class usually lasts for approximately two hours, including ample time for Q&A Sessions.

You can book here:

3. Researching your English Relatives with Ken Nisbet (on zoom) Thursday 6 February 2025 19:00-21:00

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    Thu 06 Feb, 2025 PM 7:00 — Thu 06 Feb, 2025 PM 9:00
    (UTC+00:00) Dublin, Edinburgh, Lisbon, London
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Thu13Feb

Help with your Irish Research (MEMBERS ONLY)

Thu 13 Feb, 2025 PM 1:30 — Thu 13 Feb, 2025 PM 4:00 (UTC+00:00) Dublin, Edinburgh, Lisbon, London    15 Victoria Terrace Edinburgh United Kingdom
Event summary
Do you need help with your Irish Research? Jill Williams will be in our library for one-one 20 minute sessions with members.
Event details

To book a half hour slot email meetings@scotsgenealogy.com. 

  • Time
    Thu 13 Feb, 2025 PM 1:30 — Thu 13 Feb, 2025 PM 4:00
    (UTC+00:00) Dublin, Edinburgh, Lisbon, London
  • Location

    15 Victoria Terrace Edinburgh United Kingdom

The Scottish Genealogy Society Family History Centre
Scottish Genealogy Society
Thu27Feb

Researching your Farming Ancestry

Thu 27 Feb, 2025 PM 7:00 — Thu 27 Feb, 2025 PM 9:00 (UTC+00:00) Dublin, Edinburgh, Lisbon, London   
Event summary
Many of us have ‘AgLab’ ancestors; Ken Nisbet will show you how to research these agricultural workers and farmers.
Event details

This class will be held on Zoom and costs £10 each for members and £15 for non-members. The class usually lasts for approximately two hours, including ample time for Q&A Sessions.

You can book here:

4. Researching your Farming Ancestry with Ken Nisbet (on zoom) Thursday 27 February 2025 19:00-21:00

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    Thu 27 Feb, 2025 PM 7:00 — Thu 27 Feb, 2025 PM 9:00
    (UTC+00:00) Dublin, Edinburgh, Lisbon, London
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Sat08Mar

Intermediate Class on Irish Family History with Jill Williams on zoom

Sat 08 Mar, 2025 PM 2:30 — Sat 08 Mar, 2025 PM 4:30 (UTC+00:00) Dublin, Edinburgh, Lisbon, London   
Event summary
Jill Williams will take members onto the next stage in their search for Irish ancestors.
Event details

The class will be held on Zoom and costs £10 each for members and £15 for non-members. The class usually lasts for approximately two hours, including ample time for Q&A Sessions.

You can book here:

5. Intermediate Workshop on Irish Family History with Jill Williams (on zoom) Saturday 8 March 2025 14:30-16:30

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    Sat 08 Mar, 2025 PM 2:30 — Sat 08 Mar, 2025 PM 4:30
    (UTC+00:00) Dublin, Edinburgh, Lisbon, London
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Thu13Mar

Researching British Prisoners of War

Thu 13 Mar, 2025 PM 7:00 — Thu 13 Mar, 2025 PM 9:00 (UTC+00:00) Dublin, Edinburgh, Lisbon, London   
Event summary
Ken Nisbet, our resident expert on all things military will take this workshop, focusing on Great War and World War II prisoners of war and where to find records.
Event details

This class will be held on Zoom and costs £10 each for members and £15 for non-members. The class usually lasts for approximately two hours, including ample time for Q&A Sessions.

You can book here:

6. Researching British Prisoners of War with Ken Nisbet (on zoom) Thursday 13 March 2025 19:00 - 21:00

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    Thu 13 Mar, 2025 PM 7:00 — Thu 13 Mar, 2025 PM 9:00
    (UTC+00:00) Dublin, Edinburgh, Lisbon, London
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Library Opening Times

Monday 10.30am to 4pm

Tuesday 10.30am to 4pm

Wednesday 2.30pm to 7.00pm 

Thursday 10.30am to 4pm

Saturday 10am to 2pm 

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Online Shop

Visit our online shop to purchase a membership or one of our many publications.

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Classes

We run a programme of Classes throughout the year.  Many of our Classes are held on zoom.  The Classes can be booked through our Shop.

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© 2025 Scottish Genealogy Society (SCIO) 


Contact Us

Phone:

0131 220 3677

Email address:

enquiries@scotsgenealogy.com

Address:
15 Victoria Terrace, Edinburgh, EH1 2JL


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