Family History Month - My Family in 20 Ships (and counting)

Join Ruth Graham, CEO of The Society of Australian Genealogists, as she explores the maritime history of her family, unveiling a rich tapestry of journeys spanning generations and continents. Each journey unveils not just geographical migrations but also personal stories of resilience, ambition, war, and cultural adaptation. The presentation will delve into methods, challenges, and poignant discoveries encountered in uncovering these maritime legacies, offering insights into the broader implications of maritime history in understanding familial and cultural identities.

Ruth Graham is the Chief Executive Officer of the Society of Australian Genealogists. Ruth is a family historian working professionally as an education and research manager. She has worked in Australia and the United Kingdom for higher education and professional associations including: London Business School, The Royal College of Surgeons of England, the Australian Computer Society, and the University of Sydney. Ruth volunteers to mentor students and professionals in their career development for the University of Melbourne and the Association for Tertiary Education Management. She is a citizen of Australia, the United Kingdom, and Ireland.

You may also like the following events from Goulburn Mulwaree Library:

• Next Saturday, 16th August, 04:00 am, Strategies for Surviving Stress - with Gillian Drew in Goulburn
• This month, 19th August, 02:30 am, Family History Month - Writing Club and Society Histories in Goulburn
• This month, 28th August, 02:30 am, Family History Month - More From Inside the Archives in Goulburn