Family History Fair (not including Talks)
Fri 6 Nov · 10:00
HES Archives & Library
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A Family History Fair will be held at the HES Archives & Library in Edinburgh on 6 November 2026 without accompanying talks. Visitors may explore resources provided by exhibitors.
Discover your family history, exploring resources from our exhibitors.
Experts from various organisations will be on hand to introduce their collections and answer questions about using materials to search for any missing details in your family history.
Exhibitors:
Commonwealth War Graves Commission
Edinburgh Central Library
Edinburgh City Archives
Historic Environment Scotland Archives & Library
Lothian Health Services Archive
National Library of Scotland
National Museum of Scotland
National Records of Scotland / ScotlandsPeople
The Royal Scots Regimental Trust
Scottish Genealogy Society (SCIO)
University of Edinburgh Heritage Collections
Images: Mather family on roller coaster c.1900, Courtesy of HES (Photograph Album 34); Family on beach c.1930s, Licensed by University of Dundee Archive Services (Records of the Scottish Cultural Resources Access Network (SCRAN), Edinburgh, Scotland).
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Frequently asked questions
Family History Fair (not including Talks) takes place on Friday, 6 November 2026 at 10:00.
Family History Fair (not including Talks) is held at HES Archives & Library in Edinburgh (John Sinclair House, Edinburgh, EH8 9NX).
Entry to Family History Fair (not including Talks) is free.
Tickets for Family History Fair (not including Talks) can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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Family History Fair (not including Talks)
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A Family History Fair will be held at the HES Archives & Library in Edinburgh on 6 November 2026 without accompanying talks. Visitors may explore resources provided by exhibitors.
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Discover your family history, exploring resources from our exhibitors.
Experts from various organisations will be on hand to introduce their collections and answer questions about using materials to search for any missing details in your family history.
Exhibitors:
Commonwealth War Graves Commission
Edinburgh Central Library
Edinburgh City Archives
Historic Environment Scotland Archives & Library
Lothian Health Services Archive
National Library of Scotland
National Museum of Scotland
National Records of Scotland / ScotlandsPeople
The Royal Scots Regimental Trust
Scottish Genealogy Society (SCIO)
University of Edinburgh Heritage Collections
Images: Mather family on roller coaster c.1900, Courtesy of HES (Photograph Album 34); Family on beach c.1930s, Licensed by University of Dundee Archive Services (Records of the Scottish Cultural Resources Access Network (SCRAN), Edinburgh, Scotland).
Description supplied by the event organiser.
📍 Venue
HES Archives & LibraryJohn Sinclair House, Edinburgh, EH8 9NX
Newington, Edinburgh
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When is Family History Fair (not including Talks)?
Family History Fair (not including Talks) takes place on Friday, 6 November 2026 at 10:00.
Where is Family History Fair (not including Talks) taking place?
Family History Fair (not including Talks) is held at HES Archives & Library in Edinburgh (John Sinclair House, Edinburgh, EH8 9NX).
How much are tickets for Family History Fair (not including Talks)?
Entry to Family History Fair (not including Talks) is free.
How do I get tickets for Family History Fair (not including Talks)?
Tickets for Family History Fair (not including Talks) can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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Hotels within walking distance of HES Archives & Library
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Price
Free Entry
Date
Until Friday, 6 November 2026
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