What the heck are archives?

West Yorkshire History Centre, 127 Kirkgate, Wakefield, WF1 1JG

Face to Face Recovery College Courses (18+)

Have you ever wondered if you were descended from a knight? or if your family name bears a coat of arms? Archive research can help you find out more about your family and local history.

West Yorkshire history centre brings you What the heck are archives?

Join us to learn what an archive is and go back in time to discover what records survive and how to search your family history.

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This workshop is part of a series being held by the West Yorkshire Archive Service at the West Yorkshire History Centre. Why not check out the whole series and book your places…

What the heck are archives?

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