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FamilyHistoryWA (FHWA) is the largest family history society in Western Australia. We assist family historians to research family history in Western Australia, as well as all corners of the world.

FHWA in the WA Community

FamilyHistoryWA undertakes a range of activities in the WA community. 20220616_SLWA volunteers

State LIbrary WA volunteer service

Tues, Wed, Thurs 10am - 1pm, thoughout the year. Located on the 3rd Floor. Check the State Library WA website for more details.

Operating for over 30 years, volunteers assist the public with their family history research and queries.

Local library volunteer services

FHWA volunteers assist local municipal library patrons with their family history research - check your local history library service for more details.

Community outreach

FamilyHistoryWA Open Day
City of Bayswater Have a Go Day
Maylands Fair

National Family History Week

In conjuction with State Library of WA

Guest speakers

FHWA can provide guest speakers for community groups.  Contact Us to find out more

Guide to Western Australian Local History resources

Local History   This guide includes links to Local Studies collections in municipal libraries, repositories of archives and historical collections in the Perth metropolitan area, and some resources on Western Australian history,