During Family History Month, the Cascades Female Factory are hosting Panel experts to help you uncover the secrets of your family's past.
Gain invaluable insights and insider tips to illuminate your family's journey through history so individuals can craft their own comprehensive family tree.

The panel of experts unveiling the mysteries of genealogy research are:
- The Female Convict Research Centre
- University of Tasmania - Family History
- Friends of the Orphans Schools
- Maureen Martin Ferris
- Hobart Penitentiary, National Trust
- Roses from the Heart - Dr Christina Henri
- State Library and Archives of Tasmania
- Tasmanian Family History Society Inc

Dates & Hours
Sat 16th Aug
Sun 17th Aug
For specific times, please check event website for details
Location
Cascades Female Factory
South Hobart
Hobart Tas 7004
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Prices and booking
This is a free event.
Contacts
ffreservations@portarthur.org.au femalefactory.org.au/

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