The 1921 Census of England and Wales is here.

Join Findmypast for an unmissable exploration of the biggest new arrival in family history.

After years of digitising and transcribing this unique snapshot of our recent history, discover the stories and secrets contained within. Discover the historical context, tips for effective searching, and the best way to trace elusive relatives to help you understand your ancestors’ lives better.

About the speaker

Mary McKee is the Head of Content Publishing Operations at Findmypast and has been with the company since 2014. Mary grew up in Philadelphia but now lives in her ancestors' homeland in Northern Ireland. She holds a Masters in Irish History from Queens University, Belfast and is currently pursuing her History PhD at Birkbeck, University of London. Mary has presented on a variety of topics at genealogy and history conferences in the United States and Britain.

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A season of exhibitions, events and activities to celebrate the release of the 1921 Census of England and Wales.