American Association for State and Local History
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AASLH provides leadership and resources to help the history community thrive and make history more meaningful to all people. Join us at aaslh.org.
We hope you'll join us in Providence, Rhode Island, September 16 – 19, 2026 for our Joint Conference with the National Council on Public History. Registration rates and hotel room block prices are now available on our website to help you budget for your trip: tinyurl.com/AASLH2026.
November 29, 2025 at 2:46 PM
We hope you'll join us in Providence, Rhode Island, September 16 – 19, 2026 for our Joint Conference with the National Council on Public History. Registration rates and hotel room block prices are now available on our website to help you budget for your trip: tinyurl.com/AASLH2026.
Be a part of the program at the first joint conference between AASLH and the National Council on Public History. Submit a session proposal before the deadline on December 5 at tinyurl.com/yc3k2kww.
November 28, 2025 at 9:08 PM
Be a part of the program at the first joint conference between AASLH and the National Council on Public History. Submit a session proposal before the deadline on December 5 at tinyurl.com/yc3k2kww.
Despite last week's court victory, we need to continue to put pressure on Congress to provide robust funding for IMLS in the next fiscal year. Congress is considering appropriations bills right now. We encourage you and your members and supporters to contact Congress at congressweb.com/aam/84.
November 27, 2025 at 11:29 PM
Despite last week's court victory, we need to continue to put pressure on Congress to provide robust funding for IMLS in the next fiscal year. Congress is considering appropriations bills right now. We encourage you and your members and supporters to contact Congress at congressweb.com/aam/84.
AASLH offices will be closed Thursday and Friday for the Thanksgiving holiday. Our offices will reopen on Monday.
November 26, 2025 at 8:02 PM
AASLH offices will be closed Thursday and Friday for the Thanksgiving holiday. Our offices will reopen on Monday.
Save up to 30% on the AASLH Book Series when you order through Bloomsbury, our publisher. This discount is good through December 7. AASLH members receive 20% off our books all year long when using the membership discount code on the Bloomsbury website. Buy books at tinyurl.com/3wyr449b.
November 25, 2025 at 4:45 PM
Save up to 30% on the AASLH Book Series when you order through Bloomsbury, our publisher. This discount is good through December 7. AASLH members receive 20% off our books all year long when using the membership discount code on the Bloomsbury website. Buy books at tinyurl.com/3wyr449b.
Our next AASLH History Hour is tomorrow. This month, we will dive into the best practices of internship program management. While free, pre-registration is required. Register at tinyurl.com/AASLHHH1125.
November 24, 2025 at 8:27 PM
Our next AASLH History Hour is tomorrow. This month, we will dive into the best practices of internship program management. While free, pre-registration is required. Register at tinyurl.com/AASLHHH1125.
Drawing on research from AASLH's Reframing History project, this workshop will help you communicate with public audiences more effectively and build a wider understanding of the value of history and history organizations. Register at tinyurl.com/52b5cfhz.
November 24, 2025 at 4:38 PM
Drawing on research from AASLH's Reframing History project, this workshop will help you communicate with public audiences more effectively and build a wider understanding of the value of history and history organizations. Register at tinyurl.com/52b5cfhz.
Congratulations to the Edison Birthplace Museum for earning certificates in the AASLH STEPS program. The museum earned a Silver Certificate for Management and a Gold Certificate for Stewardship of Historic Structures and Landscapes. Learn more about STEPS at tinyurl.com/AASLHSTEPS.
November 23, 2025 at 9:09 PM
Congratulations to the Edison Birthplace Museum for earning certificates in the AASLH STEPS program. The museum earned a Silver Certificate for Management and a Gold Certificate for Stewardship of Historic Structures and Landscapes. Learn more about STEPS at tinyurl.com/AASLHSTEPS.
In this course learn about the general principles underlying the idea of being a "collecting organization," and how collections support the mission of a museum or history organization. Register at tinyurl.com/3yyr7f7b.
November 23, 2025 at 3:26 PM
In this course learn about the general principles underlying the idea of being a "collecting organization," and how collections support the mission of a museum or history organization. Register at tinyurl.com/3yyr7f7b.
Our discussion forum has included conversations about bylaws, creating trustworthy QR codes, historic district designations, and about rental rates for museums located on property owned by airports. Join the conversation and share resources at groups.google.com/g/aaslh-telegraph.
November 22, 2025 at 5:59 PM
Our discussion forum has included conversations about bylaws, creating trustworthy QR codes, historic district designations, and about rental rates for museums located on property owned by airports. Join the conversation and share resources at groups.google.com/g/aaslh-telegraph.
Share your perspective and expertise with the field by presenting a session at our 2026 Joint Conference with NCPH. Speakers will save 15% on the member registration rate when they register for the conference by the early bird deadline. Submit a proposal at tinyurl.com/AASLH2026.
November 21, 2025 at 4:28 PM
Share your perspective and expertise with the field by presenting a session at our 2026 Joint Conference with NCPH. Speakers will save 15% on the member registration rate when they register for the conference by the early bird deadline. Submit a proposal at tinyurl.com/AASLH2026.
Here's a preview of what we found in the National Survey of History Practitioners, which 3,700 people completed this spring. We'll have more to share in early 2026. Learn more about this project at aaslh.org/research.
November 19, 2025 at 6:10 PM
Here's a preview of what we found in the National Survey of History Practitioners, which 3,700 people completed this spring. We'll have more to share in early 2026. Learn more about this project at aaslh.org/research.
This week, the full Senate may begin consideration of an appropriations bill that contains funding for IMLS for FY26. It is urgent that you contact Congress and urge them to keep robust IMLS Office of Museum Services funding levels in the bill. Contact Congress at congressweb.com/aam/84.
November 19, 2025 at 1:16 AM
This week, the full Senate may begin consideration of an appropriations bill that contains funding for IMLS for FY26. It is urgent that you contact Congress and urge them to keep robust IMLS Office of Museum Services funding levels in the bill. Contact Congress at congressweb.com/aam/84.
If you are preparing to welcome interns or looking to refine your internship program, join us on November 25. Connect with your peers and learn from others. This month's History Hour is hosted by the AASLH Educator & Interpreter Committee. It's free! Register at tinyurl.com/AASLHHH1125.
November 18, 2025 at 8:31 PM
If you are preparing to welcome interns or looking to refine your internship program, join us on November 25. Connect with your peers and learn from others. This month's History Hour is hosted by the AASLH Educator & Interpreter Committee. It's free! Register at tinyurl.com/AASLHHH1125.
Congratulations to the Edison Birthplace Museum for earning certificates in the AASLH STEPS program. The museum earned Silver and Gold Certificates. Learn more at tinyurl.com/AASLHSTEPS.
November 15, 2025 at 3:06 PM
Congratulations to the Edison Birthplace Museum for earning certificates in the AASLH STEPS program. The museum earned Silver and Gold Certificates. Learn more at tinyurl.com/AASLHSTEPS.
Designed for staff and volunteers of all abilities and organizations of all sizes, this four-week Online Course provides an accessible, clear, and even fun introduction to financial concepts. It begins January 12. Learn more and register at tinyurl.com/2dewy746.
November 14, 2025 at 9:57 PM
Designed for staff and volunteers of all abilities and organizations of all sizes, this four-week Online Course provides an accessible, clear, and even fun introduction to financial concepts. It begins January 12. Learn more and register at tinyurl.com/2dewy746.
Share your expertise and insight with the field by submitting a session proposal for next year's conference. Consider drawing on new insights that will be forthcoming from AASLH's National Survey of History Practitioners. Learn more at tinyurl.com/3svdaxuc.
November 13, 2025 at 9:55 PM
Share your expertise and insight with the field by submitting a session proposal for next year's conference. Consider drawing on new insights that will be forthcoming from AASLH's National Survey of History Practitioners. Learn more at tinyurl.com/3svdaxuc.
Our half-day, virtual workshop on December 2 will take a deep dive into deaccessioning. You'll learn how to evaluate artifacts for potential deaccessioning and policies that can help guide you. Register at tinyurl.com/3svdaxuc.
November 12, 2025 at 9:24 PM
Our half-day, virtual workshop on December 2 will take a deep dive into deaccessioning. You'll learn how to evaluate artifacts for potential deaccessioning and policies that can help guide you. Register at tinyurl.com/3svdaxuc.
You're invited to AASLH History Hour on November 25. This month, our free networking event will start with a brief overview of best practices for internship programs. Then, we'll break into groups to discuss and share ideas about intern management. Register at tinyurl.com/AASLHHH1125.
November 11, 2025 at 8:23 PM
You're invited to AASLH History Hour on November 25. This month, our free networking event will start with a brief overview of best practices for internship programs. Then, we'll break into groups to discuss and share ideas about intern management. Register at tinyurl.com/AASLHHH1125.
AASLH offices will be closed tomorrow in observance of Veterans Day. Thank you to all who have served!
November 10, 2025 at 9:04 PM
AASLH offices will be closed tomorrow in observance of Veterans Day. Thank you to all who have served!
This week's "Small Museums, Important Collections" Virtual Summit will help attendees identify and implement the best possible solutions that are uniquely suited to managing collections at small museums. Attend whether you're a staff member, volunteer, or on a board. Register: tinyurl.com/mytfmbek.
November 10, 2025 at 4:55 PM
This week's "Small Museums, Important Collections" Virtual Summit will help attendees identify and implement the best possible solutions that are uniquely suited to managing collections at small museums. Attend whether you're a staff member, volunteer, or on a board. Register: tinyurl.com/mytfmbek.
Congratulations to the Westford (MA) Museum and Historical Society, which earned Bronze certificates in all six AASLH Standards and Excellence Program for History Organizations (STEPS) categories. Learn more about STEPS at tinyurl.com/AASLHSTEPS.
November 9, 2025 at 2:25 PM
Congratulations to the Westford (MA) Museum and Historical Society, which earned Bronze certificates in all six AASLH Standards and Excellence Program for History Organizations (STEPS) categories. Learn more about STEPS at tinyurl.com/AASLHSTEPS.
On December 11, attend our half-day virtual workshop to learn about research and strategies to help you communicate the value of your institution and your work. The tips you gain can be applied to all communications—from fundraising to updating your website. Register at tinyurl.com/52b5cfhz.
November 8, 2025 at 5:44 PM
On December 11, attend our half-day virtual workshop to learn about research and strategies to help you communicate the value of your institution and your work. The tips you gain can be applied to all communications—from fundraising to updating your website. Register at tinyurl.com/52b5cfhz.
Marjory O'Toole from the Little Compton Historical Society (an AASLH Institutional Member) stopped by our booth at the New England Museum Association meeting this week. The historical society is featured in our 250th Anniversary Program Handbook, available for free at aaslh.org/250.
November 7, 2025 at 9:26 PM
Marjory O'Toole from the Little Compton Historical Society (an AASLH Institutional Member) stopped by our booth at the New England Museum Association meeting this week. The historical society is featured in our 250th Anniversary Program Handbook, available for free at aaslh.org/250.
Your organization is ready to refine its collection, getting rid of items that don't fit the mission that are draining your site's time, space, and funds. But where to start? This half-day virtual workshop on December 2 has answers. Learn more and register at tinyurl.com/3svdaxuc.
November 7, 2025 at 6:50 PM
Your organization is ready to refine its collection, getting rid of items that don't fit the mission that are draining your site's time, space, and funds. But where to start? This half-day virtual workshop on December 2 has answers. Learn more and register at tinyurl.com/3svdaxuc.