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 |
Calendar
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Annual Father Brian Maher Lecture
Join us on Tuesday 5 May at 7pm to hear about Love, Tragedy and Murder on the Limestone Plains.
FHACT Library Open Day All Welcome
Book your place now for a free one on one session with an experienced researcher - Sat 2 May.
Tell Me About session: Book now.
Monday 27 April at 7pm via zoom. Discover more about your ancestors and Commonwealth War Graves.
Events Happening Soon View All Events
Coffee and Chat (Register)
Fri, Apr 17, 10:00AM
10:00 am Join us for an informal chat over coffee to deep-dive into occupational records.Writers SIG (Registration)
Sat, Apr 18, 10:00AM
10:00 am Topic: Telling Family War Stories - an interactive morning of show and tellPauline's Parlour (Register)
Sun, Apr 19, 11:00AM
11:00 am Round table discussions to assist with research problems and explore different topics. New ...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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