Programme highlights
The public programme will unfold over several months and includes a wide range of cultural, educational, and creative events:
- Dublin Castle, British Academy in London, and Boston College will host major exhibitions in April and May 2026.
- A touring exhibition will travel across Ireland, bringing the census to communities nationwide.
- A site-specific theatrical production by acclaimed Irish company ANU Productions will take place at the National Archives in May 2026, exploring the human stories behind the census data.
- A landmark RTÉ documentary airing in April 2026 will offer fresh interpretations of the census, featuring historians, artists, and descendants of those recorded.
- A new book, The Story of Us: Independent Ireland and the 1926 Census, will feature 18 essays by leading historians, exploring themes of identity, migration, language, and everyday life.
- A teachers’ pack and learning resource will be made available to schools.
- A series of talks, workshops, and presentations will support family and local history research.
- A major conference in Dublin in June 2026 will bring together scholars, archivists, and the public to reflect on the census’s legacy.
Join the journey
Whether you’re a historian, genealogist, teacher, student, artist or simply curious about your family’s past this programme offers something for everyone. It’s a chance to explore the roots of modern Ireland, connect with your heritage, and celebrate the lives of those who came before us.
Save the Date: 18 April 2026
Explore the Census. Discover the Stories. Celebrate the Centenary.
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