The SCOTTISH GENEALOGY SOCIETY (SCIO)

The Scottish Genealogy Society, located at 15 Victoria Terrace in Edinburgh, is a valuable resource for anyone interested in researching Scottish family and local history.

Founded in 1953 and established as a SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) in 2024, the Society is managed by volunteers dedicated to offering support throughout the research process. They extend a warm welcome to members and visitors alike at their Library and Family History Centre, which is open for visits without the need for prior booking.

For those interested in visiting, please scroll down to view the library's opening times.


Additionally, the Society has launched an online members area and an online shop where memberships and over 800 publications can be purchased to assist with research.


Information regarding the Society's path to becoming a SCIO can be found here




Upcoming Events

If you're looking to engage further, the Society hosts various events, classes, and talks, many of which are available on zoom.

Our full list of classes, talks and events can be found on our Calendar


Thu27Mar

Emigration and Migration Workshop

Thu 27 Mar, 2025 PM 7:00 — Thu 27 Mar, 2025 PM 9:00 (UTC+00:00) Dublin, Edinburgh, Lisbon, London   
Event summary
Ken Nisbet’s workshop on how to research our relatives who left British shores – voluntarily or not!
Event details

This class will be held on Zoom and costs £10 each for members and £15 for non-members. The class usually lasts for approximately two hours, including ample time for Q&A Sessions.

You can book here:

7. Emigration and Migration Workshop with Ken Nisbet (on zoom) Thursday 27 March 2025 19:00 - 21:00

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    Thu 27 Mar, 2025 PM 7:00 — Thu 27 Mar, 2025 PM 9:00
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Fri04Apr

Tracing Family History through Health Records (on zoom) with Dr Louise Williams, Archivist, Lothian Health Services Archive

Fri 04 Apr, 2025 PM 2:00 — Fri 04 Apr, 2025 PM 4:00 (UTC+00:00) Dublin, Edinburgh, Lisbon, London   
Event summary
Join our Zoom class on how health records can enhance your family history research!
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This informative 2-hour session offers insight into the invaluable information you can gather from health records and how they can provide a deeper understanding of your ancestry.

For only £15 (non-members) or £10 (members), you'll gain exclusive access to expert insights and tips on using health records to uncover hidden details about your family tree. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to broaden your genealogy knowledge and take your research to the next level!

You can book here:

8. Tracing Family History through Health Records (on zoom) with Dr Louise Williams, Friday 4 April 2025 14:00 - 16:00

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    Fri 04 Apr, 2025 PM 2:00 — Fri 04 Apr, 2025 PM 4:00
    (UTC+00:00) Dublin, Edinburgh, Lisbon, London
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Mon21Apr

Talk by Ken Nisbet, Military Historian - "Commemoration and Remembrance"

Mon 21 Apr, 2025 PM 7:30 — Mon 21 Apr, 2025 PM 9:00 (UTC+00:00) Dublin, Edinburgh, Lisbon, London    15 Victoria Terrace Edinburgh United Kingdom
Event summary
This talk is free to members, non-members are welcome to attend for a small donation. If you are a member and would like to attend this on zoom, please email meetings@scotsgenealogy.com. If you would like to watch the zoom talk at the Society, 15 Victoria Terrace please let us know by email.
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    Mon 21 Apr, 2025 PM 7:30 — Mon 21 Apr, 2025 PM 9:00
    (UTC+00:00) Dublin, Edinburgh, Lisbon, London
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    15 Victoria Terrace Edinburgh United Kingdom

The Scottish Genealogy Society Family History Centre
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Sat10May

Advanced Workshop on Irish Family History

Sat 10 May, 2025 PM 2:30 — Sat 10 May, 2025 PM 4:30 (UTC+00:00) Dublin, Edinburgh, Lisbon, London   
Event summary
If you've attended Jill Williams's previous classes, you're now ready to elevate your research to a higher level. Jill Williams, FIGRS, has extensive experience in researching and teaching Irish family history.
Event details

This Zoom class costs only £15 for non-members and £10 for members. It will last for 2 hours, with additional time for questions afterward.

You can book here:

10. Advanced Workshop on Irish Family History with Jill Williams (on zoom) Saturday 10 May 2025 14:30-16:30

 

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    Sat 10 May, 2025 PM 2:30 — Sat 10 May, 2025 PM 4:30
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Wed14May

Visit to Poppy Scotland Factory

Wed 14 May, 2025 PM 1:30 — Wed 14 May, 2025 PM 3:30 (UTC+00:00) Dublin, Edinburgh, Lisbon, London    9 Warriston Road United Kingdom
Event summary
This is a members visit to the Poppy Factory in Warriston Road, If you would like to join us please email meetings@scotsgenealogy.com.
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    Wed 14 May, 2025 PM 1:30 — Wed 14 May, 2025 PM 3:30
    (UTC+00:00) Dublin, Edinburgh, Lisbon, London
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    9 Warriston Road United Kingdom

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Library Opening Times

Monday 10.30am to 4pm

Tuesday 10.30am to 4pm

Wednesday 2.30pm to 7.00pm 

Thursday 10.30am to 4pm

Saturday 10am to 2pm 

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Online Shop

Visit our online shop to purchase a membership or one of our many publications.

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Classes

We run a programme of Classes throughout the year.  Many of our Classes are held on zoom.  The Classes can be booked through our Shop.

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© 2025 Scottish Genealogy Society (SCIO) 


Contact Us

Phone:

0131 220 3677

Email address:

enquiries@scotsgenealogy.com

Address:
15 Victoria Terrace, Edinburgh, EH1 2JL


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