Welcome to Family History ACT
Family History ACT is a registered business name of The Heraldry & Genealogy Society of Canberra Inc.
Beginning your
Family History Journey
Research your family's story!
Tips and resources for getting started
2026 E.M. Fletcher
Writing Competition
Every Family has a Story
Write yours now!
Competition Open Until 15 July 2026
Get in Touch
Visit our library at 41 Templeton St, Cook
ACT, or call +61 2 6251 7004 during opening hours or click on contact us.
FHACT Library
Opening hours
| Tuesday | 11 am to 2 pm |
| Wednesday | 10 am to 3:30 pm |
| Thursday | 11 am to 2 pm |
| Saturday | 2 pm to 5 pm |
| Sunday | 2 pm to 5 pm |
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FHACT April Monthly Meeting
Join us on Tuesday 7 April to hear Dr Jennifer Allard speak about her book. All welcome.
Tell me about: The NLA. Book Now!
Join us on Monday 23 March online to learn more about family history resources at the NLA
Australia Special Interest Group
Register now to hear Peter Lacey speak about the history of the South Coast of NSW.
Events Happening Soon View All Events
Pauline's Parlour (Register)
Today, 11:00AM
11:00 am Round table discussions to assist with research problems and explore different topics. New ...Lost on the Limestone Plains (Registration)
Tue, Mar 17, 07:00PM
07:00 PM Topic: Lost on the Limestone Plains Project - Progress meeting for participantsEnglish & Welsh SIG (Register)
Thu, Mar 19, 07:30PM
7:30 pm Brickwalls: Our annual opportunity to solve each others brickwalls.Events This Month
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We acknowledge the Ngunnawal people as traditional custodians of the ACT and recognise any other people or families with connection to the lands of the ACT and region. We acknowledge and respect their continuing culture and the contribution they make to the life of this city and this region.
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