The SCOTTISH GENEALOGY SOCIETY (SCIO)


Edinburgh's Family History Centre

The Family History Centre is located at 15 Victoria Terrace in Edinburgh, and 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 without the need for prior booking.

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


Additionally, we have 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


Thu05Jun

Scottish Genealogy Society Annual General Meeting

Thu 05 Jun, 2025 PM 7:00 — Thu 05 Jun, 2025 PM 9:00 (UTC+00:00) Dublin, Edinburgh, Lisbon, London    Augustine United Church, George IV Bridge, Edinburgh Edinburgh United Kingdom
Event summary
This is an in person meeting only for our members to attend.
  • Time
    Thu 05 Jun, 2025 PM 7:00 — Thu 05 Jun, 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
Sat14Jun

Researching Estate Records at the National Library of Scotland with Lorna Kinnaird

Sat 14 Jun, 2025 PM 2:00 — Sat 14 Jun, 2025 PM 4:00 (UTC+00:00) Dublin, Edinburgh, Lisbon, London   
Event summary
Lorna Kinnaird will show you how to research Estate Records held at the National Library of Scotland
Event details

Join our Zoom class on how to research estate records held at the National Library of Scotland.

For only £15 (non-members) or £10 (members), you'll gain exclusive access to expert insights and tips on navigating the National Library of Scotland 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:

12. Researching Estate Records at the National Library of Scotland (on zoom) with Lorna Kinnaird, Saturday 14 June 2025 14:00 - 16:00

 

  • Time
    Sat 14 Jun, 2025 PM 2:00 — Sat 14 Jun, 2025 PM 4:00
    (UTC+00:00) Dublin, Edinburgh, Lisbon, London
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Mon15Sep

Talk by Eric Melvin, Edinburgh Historian on Porteous Riots

Mon 15 Sep, 2025 PM 7:30 — Mon 15 Sep, 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.
  • Time
    Mon 15 Sep, 2025 PM 7:30 — Mon 15 Sep, 2025 PM 9:00
    (UTC+00:00) Dublin, Edinburgh, Lisbon, London
  • Location

    15 Victoria Terrace Edinburgh United Kingdom

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Scottish Genealogy Society
Mon20Oct

Talk on 10 Scotland Street - an Opinionated History of One House Over Two Centuries by Leslie Hills

Mon 20 Oct, 2025 PM 7:30 — Mon 20 Oct, 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.
  • Time
    Mon 20 Oct, 2025 PM 7:30 — Mon 20 Oct, 2025 PM 9:00
    (UTC+00:00) Dublin, Edinburgh, Lisbon, London
  • Location

    15 Victoria Terrace Edinburgh United Kingdom

The Scottish Genealogy Society Family History Centre
Scottish Genealogy Society
Mon17Nov

Talk by Stewart Stevenson, Journal Editor and Genealogy Researcher - Bigamy, Adultery and Murder

Mon 17 Nov, 2025 PM 7:30 — Mon 17 Nov, 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.
  • Time
    Mon 17 Nov, 2025 PM 7:30 — Mon 17 Nov, 2025 PM 9:00
    (UTC+00:00) Dublin, Edinburgh, Lisbon, London
  • Location

    15 Victoria Terrace Edinburgh 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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Contact Us

Phone:

0131 220 3677

Email address:

enquiries@scotsgenealogy.com

Address:
15 Victoria Terrace, Edinburgh, EH1 2JL


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