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



CHRISTMAS CLOSURE: the library will be closed from 1:00 pm Tuesday 17th December 2024, reopening 10:30 am Tuesday 14th January 2025


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


Tue17Dec

Library Christmas Closure

Tue 17 Dec, 2024 PM 1:00 — Tue 14 Jan, 2025 AM 10:30 (UTC+00:00) Dublin, Edinburgh, Lisbon, London    15 Victoria Terrace Edinburgh United Kingdom
Event summary
The library is closed during the Christmas period from 17th December 2024 until 14th January 2025.
  • Time
    Tue 17 Dec, 2024 PM 1:00 — Tue 14 Jan, 2025 AM 10:30
    (UTC+00:00) Dublin, Edinburgh, Lisbon, London
  • Location

    15 Victoria Terrace Edinburgh United Kingdom

The Scottish Genealogy Society Family History Centre
Scottish Genealogy Society
Sat18Jan

Beginners Workshop in Irish Family History

Sat 18 Jan, 2025 PM 2:30 — Sat 18 Jan, 2025 PM 4:30 (UTC+00:00) Dublin, Edinburgh, Lisbon, London   
Event summary
Jill Williams, our resident expert on Irish Family History, will show members how to start researching their Irish ancestors.
Event details

The class is 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 for the class here:

1. Beginners Workshop on Irish Family History with Jill Williams (on zoom) Saturday 18 January 2025 14:30-16:30

  • Time
    Sat 18 Jan, 2025 PM 2:30 — Sat 18 Jan, 2025 PM 4:30
    (UTC+00:00) Dublin, Edinburgh, Lisbon, London
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Mon20Jan

Talk by James Waugh "The Slave Compensation Scheme, A Midlothian Connection"

Mon 20 Jan, 2025 PM 7:30 — Mon 20 Jan, 2025 PM 9:00 (UTC+00:00) Dublin, Edinburgh, Lisbon, London    Augustine United Church, George IV Bridge, Edinburgh Edinburgh United Kingdom
Event summary
This talk is free to members, non-members are welcome to attend for a small donation. There will be an opportunity to discuss the talk afterwards over tea, coffee and biscuits. If you are a member and would like to attend this on zoom, please email meetings@scotsgenealogy.com.
  • Time
    Mon 20 Jan, 2025 PM 7:30 — Mon 20 Jan, 2025 PM 9:00
    (UTC+00:00) Dublin, Edinburgh, Lisbon, London
  • Location

    Augustine United Church, George IV Bridge, Edinburgh Edinburgh United Kingdom

Augustine United Church, George IV Bridge, Edinburgh
Augustine United Church
Thu23Jan

Beginners Workshop in Researching Scottish Family History (FREE TO MEMBERS)

Thu 23 Jan, 2025 PM 7:00 — Thu 23 Jan, 2025 PM 9:00 (UTC+00:00) Dublin, Edinburgh, Lisbon, London   
Event summary
Ken Nisbet will show you how to begin your Scottish Family History. (FREE to members)
Event details

This class will be held on Zoom and members can book by emailing meetings@scotsgenealogy.com.  The cost is £15 for non-members. The talks usually last for approximately two hours, including ample time for Q&A Sessions.

Non members can book here:

2. Beginners Workshop in Researching Scottish Family History with Ken Nisbet (on zoom) Thursday 23 January 2025 19:00 - 21:00

 

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    Thu 23 Jan, 2025 PM 7:00 — Thu 23 Jan, 2025 PM 9:00
    (UTC+00:00) Dublin, Edinburgh, Lisbon, London
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Thu06Feb

Researching your English Relatives

Thu 06 Feb, 2025 PM 7:00 — Thu 06 Feb, 2025 PM 9:00 (UTC+00:00) Dublin, Edinburgh, Lisbon, London   
Event summary
Ken Nisbet will show you how to access English statutory records and how to interpret them; includes English Church and Probate records.
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:

3. Researching your English Relatives with Ken Nisbet (on zoom) Thursday 6 February 2025 19:00-21:00

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    Thu 06 Feb, 2025 PM 7:00 — Thu 06 Feb, 2025 PM 9:00
    (UTC+00:00) Dublin, Edinburgh, Lisbon, London
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Library Opening Times

**CHRISTMAS CLOSURE from midday Tuesday 17th December 2024, reopening Tuesday 14th January 2025**

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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