Somerset Archive and Record Service, Obridge Road, Taunton
Do you want to find out about your Somerset family, or the history of your house? The Archive and Record Service has a number of events planned to help get you started.
Introduction to Somerset Family History
Monday 27 June 2005
or
Monday 24 October 2005
10.30 - 17.00
Come to the Somerset Record Office and learn how to find out about your ancestors. This day provides an introduction to the range of archives we hold and the services we can offer you. Find out how we care for Somerset's historic archives and how documents are repaired and preserved. Receive advice from staff about how to research your family and have a chance to begin your own research into your Somerset ancestors.
Introduction to Somerset House History
Monday 22 August 2005
10.30-17.00
Have you ever wondered about the history of your house? Discovering the history of property involves detective work and this event will introduce the archival sources available at Somerset Record Office. The day will include a tour behind the scenes to find out how we care for Somerset's archival heritage and how documents are repaired and preserved. There will also be an opportunity to gain practical experience by working in groups to uncover the history of a Somerset property.
Please note that the above programme may be subject to change. For further information or general enquiries relating to the Somerset Record Office, please contact us:
Somerset Archive and Record Service,
Obridge Road,
Taunton,
Somerset,
TA2 7PU
Tel: 01823 278805 (enquiries) 01823 337600 (appointments)
www.somerset.gov.uk/archives/
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