Census Bureau Webinar to Discuss 1940 Census Records Release

WASHINGTON, March 23, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The following is being released by the U.S. Census Bureau: 

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What:              In anticipation of the April 2 release of 1940 Census records from the National Archives, the U.S. Census Bureau will hold a webinar to provide the media with an overview of the 1940 Census release.

The webinar will highlight notable 1940 Census facts with corresponding information from the 2010 Census and provide a demonstration from the National Archives and Records Administration on accessing these records when they become available to the public.

The news conference will consist of a simultaneous audio conference and online presentation. Information on accessing the online presentation is provided below. Reporters will be able to ask questions once the presentation is complete. We suggest reporters log in and call in early. 

When:             Thursday, March 29, 2012; 1 p.m. (EDT)

Who:               David Pemberton, historian, History Staff/Administrative and Customer Services Division, U.S. Census Bureau
Constance Potter, archivist, National Archives and Records Administration

Rebecca Warlow, 1940 Census project manager, National Archives and Records Administration

Details:           Audio conference — access information
Toll free number: 888-913-9972
Passcode: 1940CENSUS
Stay on the line until operator asks for the passcode. Do not key in passcode.

Online presentation — access information
Please login early, as some setup is required.
URL: https://www.mymeetings.com/nc/join/
Conference/meeting number: PW7478285
Conference/meeting passcode: 1940CENSUS

CONTACT:
Vicki Glasier
Public Information Office
301-763-3030
e-mail:  <[email protected]>

SOURCE U.S. Census Bureau