Welcome to the Gold Coast Family History Society Inc.
​Whether you are a seasoned genealogist or a beginner the Gold Coast Family History Society has the tools and resources to assist and guide you with your family history research. Our spacious research rooms are well equipped with an extensive reference and loan library, networked computers, microfiche and microfilm readers, photocopying facilities and refreshment areas.
Note: Please
​Do Not visit if you are at all unwell

Date Claimer - 25 February 2023   Our first mini seminar of the year - Full Details

Australian Newspapers & Substitutes after the 1950s
What can we do when Trove runs out?
Trove Newspapers & Keeping Track of Your Research​

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Benefits of membership include:
FREE In-room access to subscription websites - Ancestry, Findmypast, The Genealogist, British Newspaper Archive, My Heritage, Biographical Database of Australia (BDA), Emerald Ancestors.
  • Special Interest Groups
  • Family History Classes
  • Comprehensive Library
  • Family History Journals & Magazines from Societies all over Australia and around the world
  • Spacious air-conditioned research rooms
  • Guidance & assistance from experienced room volunteers
  • Affiliated Library with FamilySearch
Special Interest Group - Legacy Meeting
Sunday,
5 February 2023
1:00 to 3:00 pm

​members only
DNA Special Interest Group
Sunday, 12 February 2023 - 1:00 to 4:00 pm
​Genetic History of the Viking Age
Do you have Scandinavian DNA in your ethnic mix?

Member Julie Webb will discuss Scandinavian DNA in this month's DNA Group.
HALF YEAR MEMBERSHIP
NOW AVAILABLE

Enjoy complete access to our collection, resources and lots of help with your research until 30 June 2023, for only
​ $22.50 + $10 joining fee.
(single membership)

Online Resources

Our society subscribes to the below online resources. Access ​is free to members in the rooms.
Book a Computer
and start your research now ​phone.
​07 5582 8855 
during opening times

Approved Library

The GCFHS is an approved Affiliated Library with  FamilySearch
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