

The National CENSUS 100 Years Apart
May 18, 2023
Exploring changes in census methodology from 1921 to 2021, historical evolution and importance of census data, impact of lost census data due to a fire incident between 1921 and 1951, success of recent census data collection, unusual census entries, inclusion of sexual orientation and gender identity questions, diversity in census data, and accessing detailed census data through interactive maps and research guides.
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1 2 3 4 5 6 7
Introduction
00:00 • 4min
Evolution of Census Taking
03:44 • 20min
Preserving History: The Impact of Lost Census Data
23:39 • 3min
Technical Insights and Success of Recent Census Data Collection
26:22 • 3min
Exploring Unusual Census Entries and Recent Questions on Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity
29:03 • 3min
Exploring the Diversity and Evolution of Census Data
31:53 • 18min
Exploring Census Data and Historic Records
49:30 • 3min