Join us online to get all your 1926 Census questions answered at our Archives Q&A Clinics!
The release of the 1926 Census on 18 April 2026 marks a landmark moment in Irish history, bringing the earliest demographic record of the Irish Free State into public hands for the first time.
Free to access and fully searchable through the National Archives of Ireland’s new online platform, the census offers over 700,000 digitised household returns, rich with detail on language, occupations, family life, and more.
Our free online Q&A clinics give you the opportunity to explore the census with expert guidance from National Archives staff. Each one‑hour session includes a short presentation on how to search and navigate the census, followed by an open Q&A where our team will be on hand to answer your questions and help you get the most from this extraordinary resource.
When the clinics take place
Our May lunchtime clinics have now taken place and were very well attended, with strong engagement from researchers and members of the public.
The next clinics will take place on the last Tuesday of each month, from 1–2pm, on the following dates:
- June Clinic — Tuesday 30 June, 1–2pm
- July Clinic — Tuesday 28 July, 1–2pm
- August Clinic — Tuesday 25 August, 1–2pm
- September Clinic — Tuesday 29 September, 1–2pm
As these events are held online, we can accommodate a large number of attendees, and everyone is welcome to join.
Tickets can be booked through Eventbrite
Whether you’re new to the census or have broad questions about how to search, these clinics are open to all.