Our April session is based on the theme of "Turning Points" -  events in the lives of our ancestors during the 1800's that caused major changes and potentially created new records for us to explore. These events can be political, religious, economic, or innovation/technology driven or combinations of these themes.

We have four speakers who have each chosen to present a "Turning Point" :

• The Scottish Potato Famine -  Brian Maclachlan 
• Construction of the Caledonian Canal -  Bronwyn Macleod
• The Disruption and establishment of the Free Church - Jane Van Balen
• Evolution of the the Northern Agricultural Implement & Foundry Company - Elizabeth Gordon

Presentations will cover the historical background and impact of the "turning point", tracing the impact on presenters' ancestors where possible and reviewing novel information sources that members can access beyond our normal  sources.

Join us for different 'take' on Scottish research - everyone welcome.

Skill level:  All, beginners welcome    

Leads: Diana Pecar, Elizabeth Gordon and Sally Skulte