Research & Data
Published research, work in development, and sources for exploring Italian American history and demographics.
Reports
State of Italian America 2026
In DevelopmentA planned report exploring population distribution, economics, education, language, and migration. Datasets and independent review are not yet complete.
Italian Chicago, 1930
Archive PilotSearch a source-backed starting set from the Selected Directory of the Italians in Chicago, then follow the Alghini record through published notices and open research questions.
Research Principles
Open Data
The 2026 datasets are not yet released. Each future release will identify its sources, permissions, and reuse terms.
Peer Review
A four-stage review process is proposed for the 2026 report. Publication does not imply completed independent review.
Transparent Methods
Planned methods and limitations are available for discussion. Released findings must identify their sources and uncertainty.