Get ready for All About That Place with this talk
If everything in your home should be either beautiful or useful then maps are a truly remarkable resource in giving us the best of both worlds! In this session, we’ll…
- examine how maps can support robust research into historical communities and see how much we can – or should – trust the maps we use;
- showcase the Outlier Method, a practical technique for visualising long-term behaviour of individuals, families and broader demographics within a local community;
- demonstrate the Concentric Survey, a method for the thorough analysis of a historical map, used to generate structured research in archival collections.
We’ll also explore the practicalities of how to undertake historical mapping in your family history research – such as where to find historical maps; how to select an appropriate one; and methods for locating old addresses. Methods and resources will focus predominantly on 19th and early-20th century England although the techniques can be applied to any era or location for which a good map is available.
- 20% Discount for all Society of Genealogists Members
- Not recorded so you can feel comfortable joining in
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About the Speaker
Sophie Kay
From DNA to historical maps, from research methods to historical occupations, Dr. Sophie Kay is a professional genealogist and geneticist at Khronicle® (www.khronicle.co.uk) who tackles all manner of family history research challenges from the medieval era to modern day. She’s the Ancestry and Genealogy Expert for popular archaeology show, Time Team, and the Scientist in Residence for The Mixed Museum, where she delivers educational sessions and content in genetic genealogy. A qualified research scientist, Sophie is also a Member of AGRA, a UK organisation of professional genealogists, and works on a variety of projects in both DNA and archival research for private clients and public organisations. Sophie’s family history blog can be found at The Parchment Rustler (www.parchmentrustler.com), where she shares tips, tricks and strategies for making the most of your ancestral research journey.
