The National Archives of Ireland is set to release the 1926 census data on April 18, 2026, providing a detailed look at the lives of nearly 2.9 million people from that era. This initiative, backed by €5 million in government funding, aims to challenge the long-held perception of early independent Ireland as a culturally homogenous society. Historian John Gibney notes that the census reveals a diverse population, with immigrants from countries such as Britain, America, and Germany present throughout the Irish Free State. The findings suggest that the 1920s were a time of globalization, with people engaging with popular culture and traveling. The census will also shed light on the significant decline of the Protestant population in Ireland, which fell by 32% from 1911 to 1926, prompting historians to explore the reasons behind this demographic shift. Accompanying the census release will be various cultural events, including exhibitions and a book titled *The Story of Us: Independent Ireland and the 1926 Census*, aimed at celebrating the rich history of modern Ireland.