Discover a world of family history at the Genealogical Society of Victoria (GSV) and be part of a community of members, staff and volunteers dedicated to promoting and assisting family history research.
Find out about joining our society to obtain access to our collections, webinars and research services. Benefit from a wide range of supportive special interest groups, workshops, classes and knowledgeable individuals. Check out our opening times and come and visit our Library.
What happened at the wedding at Ripponlea Estate in 1870?
The bridegroom was an important public… Read more
The Genealogical Society of Victoria invites all members to join us at the inaugural meeting of the Convicts and Transportation Discussion Circle on Tuesday November 12th at 1:30pm.… Read more
As the end of 2024 approaches, our thoughts turn to giving to our families and friends and perhaps also giving to causes and worthy organisations which are important to us and to our community.
This session will examine who we are, how we help each other with our research, what resources we hold and how best to access those resources from home and at the Research & Education Centre.
To be held on Thursday 14 November @ 1.30 pm
We acknowledge the traditional owners of the land on which the Genealogical Society of Victoria currently stands, the Wurundjeri people of the Kulin Nation, their Elders past and present.
The GSV Visitor E-Pass gives you access to a huge range of genealogy resources for a short period (6 hours) from your own home at an affordable price. You can buy a Visitor E-Pass for just $25.00.
Please note that if you are a GSV Member, you do not need to buy a Visitor E-Pass because you already have access to these resources (and more).
GSV Members can watch and listen to over 200 presentations of talks on a wide variety of topics specifically for family historians. All webcasts located via GSV catalogue.