Family History Fair (not including Talks)
Fri 6 Nov · 10:00
HES Archives & Library
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8°C · 10% rain
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The Family History Fair takes place at the HES Archives & Library in Edinburgh on 6 November 2026 at 10:00. Attendees can explore resources from exhibitors and meet experts from various organisations. Entry is free.
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.
The forecast for Family History Fair (not including Talks) is Light drizzle · 8°C.
Yes — hotels within walking distance of HES Archives & Library can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
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.
Editorial summaryAbout this event
The Family History Fair takes place at the HES Archives & Library in Edinburgh on 6 November 2026 at 10:00. Attendees can explore resources from exhibitors and meet experts from various organisations. Entry is free.
This summary was automatically generated from event data sourced from official ticketing providers.
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.
StayStaying overnight?
Hotels within walking distance of HES Archives & Library. Searching near John Sinclair House, Edinburgh, EH8 9NX; check-in Friday, 6 November 2026.
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WhereHES Archives & Library
Before you goFrequently asked questions
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.
What will the weather be like at Family History Fair (not including Talks)?
The forecast for Family History Fair (not including Talks) is Light drizzle · 8°C.
Is there anywhere to stay near Family History Fair (not including Talks)?
Yes — hotels within walking distance of HES Archives & Library can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
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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John Sinclair House, Edinburgh, EH8 9NX
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