Local and family history

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'Discover family history!' course at Eastbourne Library, March to April 2012 – book your place by Saturday 18 February.

LGBT History Month – get lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender books at our libraries and book tickets for our special events in Hastings, Forest Row and Eastbourne.

East Sussex Record Office

Collections held in our archive and how to view them or use them for historical research.

Family history

Includes tips, recommended resources and services available to help you research your family history.

Local history

The history of East Sussex, from archaeology to World War Two and famous authors, plus research advice and suggested reading.

Building history

Read our tips and advice on researching your home's history, and discover the secrets held between its walls.

Local studies resources in libraries

Use the collections and enquiry services in our libraries for your historical research.