New family history ebooks
The State Library Victoria’s ebook collection continues to grow at a rapid place. We now provide free access to over 200,000 ebooks on such topics as social sciences, family history,… Read More ›
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Coming soon – the 1921 England and Wales census
Family matters, Research tips & tricks, Websites:
Great news for family historians. On the 6th January, the 1921 Census for England and Wales will be published online through FindMyPast, in partnership with the National Archives UK. The… Read More ›
To the land of Hope! Mid 19th century voyages from the UK to Victoria.
When researching emigration and immigration, researchers mainly focus on locating ships’ passenger lists to determine the name of the ship on which ancestors sailed and the dates of departure and arrival. Here… Read More ›
EBooks for Family Historians
Did you know that the State Library provides access to over 16,000 eBooks on a wide range of topics? Our eBooks can be accessed by anyone within the Library and,… Read More ›
“Mentioned in dispatches”: ways to research your military ancestors
Anzac Day is often a time when people think about the wartime experiences of their ancestors, and may contemplate researching them.
![[Victoria Hotel, Colac] H96.200/1498](https://blogs.slv.vic.gov.au/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/Victoria-Hotel-Colac-photo-120x120.png)
Attention all descendants of country publicans
Family matters, People & professions:
Great news for family historians with publican ancestors – the index to the Robert K Cole Victorian hotels collection (1841-1949) has been expanded, with a total of over 37,000 entries now searchable online!
Why can’t I find my ancestor?
When searching for family history records it’s not unusual to encounter ‘brick walls’ or barriers. Learn strategies for dealing with some of the common obstacles you may face when researching Victorian records.
The 1939 register – now available through FindMyPast and Ancestry
Great news for anyone interested in British genealogy. The 1939 Register has been released online and can now be freely accessed here at the State Library through the FindMyPast UK… Read More ›
Salt beef, tinned carrots and haggis – the 19th century ships diet
The current library exhibition Gusto! a culinary history of Victoria, explores the role food has played in Victoria’s history. One food topic that’s of great interest to many family historians is… Read More ›
Queen Elizabeth’s Diamond Jubilee
Family matters, Uncategorized:
This year Queen Elizabeth II celebrates her Diamond Jubilee, marking the 60th anniversary of her accession to the throne. Although she ascended the throne on February 6th, 1952, her coronation… Read More ›
