Strathclyde Institute for Genealogical Studies (SIGS) has launched Ken Your Kin, an exciting new event being held in Glasgow, Scotland from the 4th to the 11th of June 2025.
Whether you’re a seasoned genealogist or just beginning your journey into Scottish family history, the Ken Your Kin summer school is the perfect opportunity to both celebrate and bring Scottish ancestry and heritage to life!
The Ken Your Kin experience will provide opportunities for participants to ask questions, engage in discussions, and benefit from one-to-one genealogy research input from qualified genealogists.
Delegates will be warmly welcomed to the City of Glasgow with a civic reception at Glasgow’s historic City Chambers building.
Step back in time and hear talks from Scottish historians, museum curators, and family history experts. Explore fascinating topics such as what your ancestors ate, migration to and from Scotland, the connections between clans, families and DNA and the history of Scottish entertainment - with music hall songs and a bit of a sing-along!
Delve into Scotland's rich history and culture through visits to museums, cultural landmarks, and historical sites. Explore iconic venues such as The Tenement House, New Lanark, The National Museum of Rural Life, and enjoy a dedicated research day at Edinburgh’s ScotlandsPeople Centre.
If that’s not tempting enough, you’ll also have the choice between a hands-on 'try the bagpipes' workshop at the National Piping Centre or a tour of the Clydeside Distillery, where you’ll discover the art of single malt whisky making—and enjoy a few drams along the way.
The 7-day programme will wrap up with a final night dinner at the historic Trades Hall in Glasgow’s Merchant City. Non-Ken Your Kin participants are welcome to join for an additional fee.
Before arriving in Glasgow, participants will have exclusive access to a secure online portal, where they can connect with fellow delegates and the SIGS team. The portal will also provide top tips, valuable resources, and the latest updates from the organisers.
We look forward to sharing our Scottish culture and history and meeting new friends!