Hidden Gems in Print: Periodicals and Serial Publications for UK Family History Research at the SoG and Elsewhere
Else and Christine will be presenting from Wharf Road, London with a live audience and you can choose to watch on Zoom.
Delve into the treasure chest of SoG’s collections. In each session, you’ll learn more about one of our collections or record sets. You’ll discover how you can access and use these sources to further your research or historical knowledge.
Periodicals and serial publications are often overlooked goldmines in genealogical research. From local family history society journals to learned local record society monographs to national publications, these resources can offer unique insights, rare records, and personal stories not found in mainstream databases. This talk explores the types of periodicals available at the SoG and elsewhere, and how to mine them for valuable family history clues. Perfect for both beginners and seasoned researchers looking to enrich their ancestral stories.
Join us in person to get up close with the collections or watch online if you can't get to London.
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About the Speaker
Else Churchill
Else Churchill is the Genealogist at the Society of Genealogists in London. Formerly a professional genealogical librarian and researcher, Else has worked for the SoG since 1994. She is the Society’s subject lead, working across the organisation and runs the publishing programme. She was the recipient of the IHGS Julian Bickersteth Memorial Medal in 2023 for her exemplary contribution to family history studies.

About the Librarian
Christine Worthington
Research Collections Coordinator leading the Collections Team at SoG. She has over 25 years' experience managing historical library and archival collections and holds a Masters in Information Management.

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20/08/2025
14:00 - 14:30
Society of Genealogists / Online
Else Churchill and Christine Worthington showcase items from the SoG collections
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