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1University of Minnesota.
IPUMS partnered with genealogical organizations like FamilySearch and Ancestry.com to create large individual-level census datasets from 1790-1940. This research details the origins of these valuable historical data collaborations.
Area of Science:
- Demographic History
- Genealogical Data Science
Background:
- The Institute for Social Research (IPUMS) has a history of data development.
- Genealogical organizations possess extensive historical records.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe the formation of IPUMS's genealogical collaborations.
- To highlight the creation of individual-level census datasets.
Main Methods:
- Collaboration with genealogical organizations including FamilySearch, HeritageQuest, and Ancestry.com.
- Development of massive individual-level census datasets from 1790-1940.
Main Results:
- Successful creation of extensive historical census datasets through partnerships.
- Ongoing work includes the 1950 census data.
Conclusions:
- Genealogical collaborations are vital for historical data resource development.
- IPUMS's approach provides a model for integrating diverse historical data sources.
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