Local History Starts With You
HistoryForge brings Binghamton鈥檚 history to life by merging historic maps, photos, and census records from the early 1900s into one interactive platform through crowdsourcing. Volunteers transcribe census data, which forms the foundation of its interactive map and searchable database.
For local residents, it brings the area鈥檚 rich history to life, making it easier to explore and connect with the past. For researchers, it transforms handwritten manuscripts into open access data, enabling deeper analysis and new insights into local history.
Get involved today!
HistoryForge is a valuable opportunity for both the campus and local community. Get in touch or come to one of our transcription events to contribute to this exciting local history project.
- Make history more accessible by turning census records into a publicly available interactive map.
- Make data more usable by transcribing handwritten census records into an open access database.
- Get hands-on research experience by reading historical documents and contributing to a digital project.
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