Convict Connections: A free family history event
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Every family has a story.
Discover yours at this family history and genealogy event.
Convict Connections 2026 is a free two-day event exploring family history, convict ancestry and Tasmania's past.
Bring your questions, meet specialist researchers, and learn practical techniques to uncover connections to Australia's convict history.
Drop in anytime between 10am – 3pm over the weekend and learn how to:
- Trace your convict ancestors
- Use archival records and convict databases
- Build your family tree
- Interpret historical documents
This is an opportunity to research whether you have connections to Tasmania's convict past - including the approximately 13,500 women transported to Van Diemen's Land.
Whether you already know your family tree or are just beginning your journey of discovery, Convict Connections offers a unique opportunity to connect with Tasmania's past and explore the stories that live on through generations.
Dates: Saturday 29 - Sunday 30 August 2026
Time: 10am - 3pm
Location: Cascades Female Factory, 16 Degraves Street, South Hobart
Cost: FREE!
Drop-in throughout either day to chat with 15+ experts in family history & genealogy.
Register your interest through the link to receive event updates: femalefactory.org.au/convictconnections
Discover yours at this family history and genealogy event.
Convict Connections 2026 is a free two-day event exploring family history, convict ancestry and Tasmania's past.
Bring your questions, meet specialist researchers, and learn practical techniques to uncover connections to Australia's convict history.
Drop in anytime between 10am – 3pm over the weekend and learn how to:
- Trace your convict ancestors
- Use archival records and convict databases
- Build your family tree
- Interpret historical documents
This is an opportunity to research whether you have connections to Tasmania's convict past - including the approximately 13,500 women transported to Van Diemen's Land.
Whether you already know your family tree or are just beginning your journey of discovery, Convict Connections offers a unique opportunity to connect with Tasmania's past and explore the stories that live on through generations.
Dates: Saturday 29 - Sunday 30 August 2026
Time: 10am - 3pm
Location: Cascades Female Factory, 16 Degraves Street, South Hobart
Cost: FREE!
Drop-in throughout either day to chat with 15+ experts in family history & genealogy.
Register your interest through the link to receive event updates: femalefactory.org.au/convictconnections
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Where is it happening?
16 Degraves Street, South Hobart, TAS, Australia, Tasmania 7004
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Host or PublisherCascades Female Factory Historic Site
