We have seven groups which explore different aspects of history, both local and global:
The aim: to develop your research techniques and skills.
Who is it for: those who are underway with their research and are looking to develop more advanced techniques.
What do we cover: recent developments in FH research; digital technology for FH; looking at the wider historical and social aspects of FH.
The Group: share ideas and experience
Above all making FH fun!
Meets monthly, on Thursday, from 14:00 to 16:00.
The aim: to get you started discovering your ancestors and their lives.
What we cover: the BASICS – where; what; why; who; how to …
Who is it for: anyone beginning their family history journey.
The format: a combination of talks, discussions, hints and tips.
Meets monthly, on Thursday, from 14:00 to 16:00.
Six additional meetings dedicated to Digital Family History and writing up stories. Open to both Family History Groups.
Meets most, but not all months in The Maltings, contact Lorna Thomas for details
Farnham and the surrounding area is rich in history. Group members are encouraged to contribute their knowledge and investigations. Some guest speakers.
Meets monthly, on Wednesday, from 14:00 to 16:00.
We look at some of the most important scientific discoveries and theories and technology developments. As well as the science, we also look at the people involved and their impact. No scientific or technical knowledge is necessary to join the group. Group members are encouraged to make a contribution and perhaps do some research of their own.
Meets monthly, on Thursday, from 14.00 to 16.00.
We have presentations covering a variety of aspects – personnel, strategy, logistics, intelligence gathering, training, the evolution of weapons and their impact on battle tactics from ancient times to the present day.
Meets monthly, on Friday, from 10.00 to 12.00.
A diverse group where the members have a passion for history. The group offers a variety of talk formats ranging from 80 minute talks on a single subject, short talks by several presenters on a theme, debates, interviews and occasional book reviews. We cover World History from Ancient times through the Medieval years to the Present. Our meetings usually use our successful hybrid format giving members the choice of joining the meeting in the Maltings or using our Zoom link to tune in from home.
Meets fortnightly, on Monday, from 10:00 to 12:00.
Most meetings will use the successful hybrid format i.e. meeting in person at the Maltings AND via Zoom link.
Previous talks are available via a podcast site (themrt.studio/category/talking-history/)
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