Ballymena

As a local community with an interest in family history research, whether expert or novice, you are welcome to join us. Through our meetings, we aim to help you find resources to develop your research, break down brick walls and learn more about local historical stories.  Let us help you on your genealogical journey.

When

Ballymena Branch usually meets on the last Thursday of the month at 7:15 p.m. from September too May.

Where

Meetings are normally held in Michelin Arts Workshop, Braid Arts Centre, 1-29 Bridge Street, Ballymena, BT43 5EJ.

Events Programme

Find detailed below the 2023 - 2024 scheduled events within the Ballymena branch.

Wikitree – Anne Johnston
  • Thursday, 26 October 2023
  • 7:15 pm - 8:45 pm
Emigration to Canada – Ray Fynes
  • Thursday, 30 November 2023
  • 7:15 pm - 8:45 pm
From Powdered Dandy to Old Bear – the Life of a Georgian Gentleman – Peter Carr
  • Thursday, 18 January 2024
  • 7:15 pm - 8:45 pm
Northern Ireland Film Archive – Bronagh McAtasney
  • Thursday, 29 February 2024
  • 7:15 pm - 8:45 pm
Visit to Broughshane Museum – Dr Tony Redmond
  • Thursday, 28 March 2024
  • 7:15 pm - 8:45 pm
The Workhouse System in Ireland – Dr Robyn Atcheson
  • Thursday, 25 April 2024
  • 7:15 pm - 8:45 pm
AGM & Estate Papers – Andrew Kane
  • Thursday, 30 May 2024
  • 7:15 pm - 8:45 pm
Membership
Fees

£22 for Single Membership

£33 for Joint Membership (2 people at the same address applying at the same time)

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