The seminar will focus on the historical records of three state bodies – the Valuation Office, Ordinance Survey Ireland (OSi) and the Registry of Deeds (which forms part of the Property Registration Authority). It will provide an overview of the type of records which have been created, how the archives can be accessed, and the value of the records for research.

Speakers include Dr Fiona Fitzsimons who will outline using Registry of Deeds for family history research, Frances McGee who will describe the archives of the valuation office, Maurice Kavanagh who will give a presentation on the OSi historic map collection and Ellen Murphy who will discuss the development of archive services at the Registry of Deeds. The papers will be followed by a Q&A which will aim to inspire and inform anyone wishing to carry out their own research.

The Valuation Office, the OSi and the Registry of Deeds are all subject to the National Archives Act, 1986 and the seminar will be chaired by Tom Quinlan (Head of Collection Care & Public Services) at National Archives of Ireland.

FAQs

What are my transport/parking options for getting to and from the event?

There are no car parking facilities available in the King’s Inn car park. There is limited pay and display parking on Henrietta Street.

PUBLIC TRANSPORT

• Luas: Nearest stops are Dominick Street and Broadstone

• Bus: Routes 1, 4, 9, 11, 13, 16, 38, 38A, 40, 46A, 83, 122, 140

• DART: Nearest station is Connolly Station

• Dublin Bikes: Nearest bike stand is Bolton Street

How can I contact the organiser with any questions?

Email us heritage@prai.ie

Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?

We will have a printed guest list. There is no need to bring printed ticket

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