Anecdotal evidence suggests that the popular pastime of exploring one's family history can
unleash strong emotions, both positive and negative. The aim of this study was to chart the …

The purpose of this paper is to discuss the idea that the misdeeds of ancestors will have
negative consequences for their descendants, as encapsulated by biblical quotes about 'the …

Inherited family objects are often precious or cherished, a source of warm emotions
connecting us to ancestors across time. But sometimes the family keepsakes we possess …

How can we get at the intimate worlds of families in the past? This article reflects on a
methodology of collaborative critical family history as a way to better understand both what …

The archives of Australia's first museum, the Australian Museum (AM) in Sydney, are an
artefact of colonialism, still intertwined with the complexities of science, public museums …

Family historians frequently encounter ethical issues in the course of their research, and
many come to recognise the moral dilemmas facing them. Common dilemmas revolve …

This roundtable places academics and family historians together in research and dialogue
to co-produce and publish shared knowledge about the past. Focusing on histories of …