local and family history
The foundation stone of the Geelong Infirmary and Benevolent Asylum was laid in 1850 and officially opened on 23 April 1852. The records for both the Infirmary (Hospital) and Benevolent Asylum contain information that is an absolute gold-mine for family … Continued
The Geelong Family History Group have just posted a blog on Belmont – the group meets in the Belmont Library which has become their ‘spiritual home’. This sketch from the Wynd Collection shows the first hut on Dr Thomson’s Kardinia … Continued
The Geelong Family History Group? You’ll find the answer on their blog.
If you have Scottish ancestors or an interest in Scottish research, then this Road Show is NOT to be missed. The Road Show has been organised by the Geelong Family History with support from the Scottish Ancestry Group and their … Continued
Sometimes we’re not very good at recording the history of our societies / organisations. Consequently, I thought it was about time that I gathered various published references to the beginning of the Geelong Heritage Centre which of course wasn’t called … Continued
Message from John Stewart, President, GFHG: Hi everyone (as addressed) Being Geelong Cup Day, the Belmont Library is CLOSED – and they didn’t let us know. Our meeting tonight will be at the South Barwon Community Centre, which is in … Continued