Our Branch of the TFHS Inc.
It has been more than a quarter of a century since our group first met and became the Devonport Branch of a wider group called the Genealogical Society of Tasmania.
In 2000 the GST became known as the Tasmanian Family History Society Inc. and in 2011 the Devonport Branch changed its name to the Mersey Branch of the TFHS Inc.
This change was made to more accurately reflect the region that our branch covers.
Our geographical region is bordered by Deloraine in the east and Penguin in the west and our central focus is the is the Branch Library, situated in the main street of Latrobe.
We have over 150 members, some of whom live in other parts of Tasmania, on the mainland or overseas.
Why join us?
The years have seen many changes in the way research is carried out and hence the variety of resources we have acquired. Many of the founding members of the branch are still active members who enjoy sharing their experiences with those who have joined more recently. This is just one of the advantages of being a member of a group such as this. A wealth of research experience and friendly advice from a wide variety of people, can make coming to a meeting or event or visiting our library, a most informative and enjoyable experience.
For more information on joining the society please follow this link to our State membership webpage.
Events & Projects
Click on the menu items at the top of this page to see the variety of activities being undertaken by our branch.
Dinners, bus trips to places of interest, day and evening gatherings and special celebrations are just some of the events that are organised by the committee.
Our latest venture is to provide an opportunity to publish online a short story and photo of your favourite ancestor(s). Click on Ancestor Links to find out how easily you can make this happen.
Aims of the Society
To promote the study and research of the science of genealogy and family history through education, preservation and transcribing relevant records, and the writing and publishing of appropriate literature;
to provide as a public service, reference libraries and associated learning opportunities;
and the doing of all such lawful things as are incidental and conductive to the attainment of the basic aims and objectives of the society.