Be Counted in History – Complete the 2020 Census!

Posted: September 25, 2020

General County

HAGERSTOWN, MD (September 25, 2020) – Washington County Government reminds citizens only five days remain to complete the 2020 Census. The 2020 Census must be completed no later than September 30, 2020 .

Today we are focusing on the historical importance of the Census. Did you know that Census information is valuable to genealogical research? Many historians and genealogists use the Census as a resource to help trace invisible stories of common people.

Citizens are encouraged to read the article From Antietam to Ohio: Using the Census to Find Georgianna Rollins to learn how the Census can provide valuable information dating back hundreds of years.

HOW DO YOU COMPLETE THE CENSUS?

ONLINE: census.gov

BY PHONE: 844-330-2020

BY MAIL: if you received a Census form in your mailbox

For questions or more information, please contact the Public Relations and Marketing Department at [email protected].

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