Archive Detectives

Become an archive detective and discover the secrets of your ancestors!

Tinkers, Tailors, Soldiers, Sailors, Merchants, Clerics and even lunatics. All kinds of people lived and laboured in the good auld days. Become a history detective digging up their life stories from the census archives and participate in an historical treasure hunt that will lead you through Scotland's recent history!

Duke of Wellington in-frontse of New Register Hou
Date & time:Monday 17th, 1.00pm - 4.00pm
Audience:Undergraduate students at the University of Edinburgh
Cost:Free
Booking information:Booking is now open! Please book through the link below.
Accessibility:No restrictions
Location:New Register House, 3 West Register Street, Edinburgh, EH1 3YT
Meeting point:Attendees to meet Dr Di Tommasi at the front entrance to New Register House (up the steps behind the statue of Wellington) 10-15 mins before the start time.

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