The presentations focused on historical sources that are becoming easier to access, especially through their increasing availability on the internet, as well as introducing beginners to the collections held in the Public Record Office and other local archives.
The keynote speaker was Joe Mahon of UTV’s Lesser Spotted Ulster television programme, who enthralled the audience with his informative, humorous and thought provoking introduction to the day. Other speakers included: Gillian Hunt, Janet Hancock, Roddy Hegarty, John Dooher, Rose Mary Murphy, Brian Mitchell, plus a panel discussion involving Valerie Adams, Dr Brian Lambkin, Dr William Roulston and Ann Robinson, facilitated by Fintan Mullan.