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.
Happy New Year! If you are still looking for resources on how to commemorate this year's 250th anniversary of the United States, AASLH has several resources. Learn more at aaslh.org/programs/250th.
January 1, 2026 at 6:55 PM
Happy New Year! If you are still looking for resources on how to commemorate this year's 250th anniversary of the United States, AASLH has several resources. Learn more at aaslh.org/programs/250th.
As the year comes to a close, we invite you to support the American Association for State and Local History. Any amount you can give will help us create a stronger, more connected history community. Donate at aaslh.org/about/donate.
January 1, 2026 at 12:36 AM
As the year comes to a close, we invite you to support the American Association for State and Local History. Any amount you can give will help us create a stronger, more connected history community. Donate at aaslh.org/about/donate.
AASLH has launched the Core Issues Briefing Series, a set of webinars offering access to the latest research, insights, and guidance on how to respond to the history sector's most pressing issues. Learn more and register at tinyurl.com/3kc49fmu.
December 31, 2025 at 8:25 PM
AASLH has launched the Core Issues Briefing Series, a set of webinars offering access to the latest research, insights, and guidance on how to respond to the history sector's most pressing issues. Learn more and register at tinyurl.com/3kc49fmu.
Our free webinar on January 22 will provide an overview of the AASLH Leadership in History Awards and how you can nominate your project. The nomination period for 2026 awards is open through March 1. Register at tinyurl.com/4rxxsemk.
December 30, 2025 at 9:08 PM
Our free webinar on January 22 will provide an overview of the AASLH Leadership in History Awards and how you can nominate your project. The nomination period for 2026 awards is open through March 1. Register at tinyurl.com/4rxxsemk.
A gift to AASLH strengthens local history everywhere. Together, we can help communities preserve their heritage and inspire future generations. Please consider giving today. Donate at aaslh.org/about/donate.
December 30, 2025 at 4:38 PM
A gift to AASLH strengthens local history everywhere. Together, we can help communities preserve their heritage and inspire future generations. Please consider giving today. Donate at aaslh.org/about/donate.
AASLH offices are closed this week. We will return on Monday, January 5.
December 29, 2025 at 8:54 PM
AASLH offices are closed this week. We will return on Monday, January 5.
The AASLH History Leadership Institute Seminar provides time and support to develop the skills, insights, and connections you need to lead with purpose and impact. Applications are due this Friday! Learn more and apply at tinyurl.com/AASLHHLI.
December 29, 2025 at 4:28 PM
The AASLH History Leadership Institute Seminar provides time and support to develop the skills, insights, and connections you need to lead with purpose and impact. Applications are due this Friday! Learn more and apply at tinyurl.com/AASLHHLI.
The Science Museum of Minnesota (SMM) conducted a study to define belonging in museums from a visitor's perspective. Most of the findings can translate to history museums and historic sites. SMM has resources you can use: tinyurl.com/4fx6mxdu.
December 28, 2025 at 7:21 PM
The Science Museum of Minnesota (SMM) conducted a study to define belonging in museums from a visitor's perspective. Most of the findings can translate to history museums and historic sites. SMM has resources you can use: tinyurl.com/4fx6mxdu.
We received 319 session proposals for the 2026 Joint Conference with NCPH. Thank you to everyone who submitted a proposal! If you are interested in joining us in Providence, RI, next September, registration rates and room block prices are now available on our website at tinyurl.com/AASLH2026.
December 27, 2025 at 5:40 PM
We received 319 session proposals for the 2026 Joint Conference with NCPH. Thank you to everyone who submitted a proposal! If you are interested in joining us in Providence, RI, next September, registration rates and room block prices are now available on our website at tinyurl.com/AASLH2026.
Learn how to research your historic cemetery through digital and traditional resources at this webinar on January 29. We'll also show you how good documentation can further your preservation and programming goals at cemeteries. Register at tinyurl.com/bddfdj66.
December 26, 2025 at 7:18 PM
Learn how to research your historic cemetery through digital and traditional resources at this webinar on January 29. We'll also show you how good documentation can further your preservation and programming goals at cemeteries. Register at tinyurl.com/bddfdj66.
Our free webinar on January 22 will provide an overview of the AASLH Leadership in History Awards and how you can nominate your project. The nomination period for 2026 awards is open through March 1. Register at tinyurl.com/4rxxsemk.
December 23, 2025 at 8:36 PM
Our free webinar on January 22 will provide an overview of the AASLH Leadership in History Awards and how you can nominate your project. The nomination period for 2026 awards is open through March 1. Register at tinyurl.com/4rxxsemk.
AASLH is pleased to offer the Core Issues Briefing Series, a set of webinars offering consolidated access to the latest research, insights, and guidance on how to respond to the history sector's most pressing issues. Learn more and register at tinyurl.com/3kc49fmu.
December 23, 2025 at 4:50 PM
AASLH is pleased to offer the Core Issues Briefing Series, a set of webinars offering consolidated access to the latest research, insights, and guidance on how to respond to the history sector's most pressing issues. Learn more and register at tinyurl.com/3kc49fmu.
AASLH offices will be closed December 22 – January 2 to allow our staff to recharge for 2026, an important year for our field. We wish you a joyful holiday season and a Happy New Year!
December 22, 2025 at 6:04 PM
AASLH offices will be closed December 22 – January 2 to allow our staff to recharge for 2026, an important year for our field. We wish you a joyful holiday season and a Happy New Year!
Our free webinar on January 22 will provide an overview of the AASLH Leadership in History Awards and how you can nominate your project. The nomination period for 2026 awards is open through March 1. Learn more about AASLH awards at tinyurl.com/4rxxsemk.
December 21, 2025 at 11:54 PM
Our free webinar on January 22 will provide an overview of the AASLH Leadership in History Awards and how you can nominate your project. The nomination period for 2026 awards is open through March 1. Learn more about AASLH awards at tinyurl.com/4rxxsemk.
Milene Guermont, a French artist and engineer, has created a project titled "Unite the States of America," inspired in part by France's gift of the Statue of Liberty to the U.S. She is looking to place sculptures, called Pyramidions, in all 50 states.
PYRAMIDION (2018)
A pyramid on Place de la Concorde
PHARES is a “beacon of headlights” (“phare de phares” in French), located next to the Concorde Obelisk, the oldest monument in Paris, in the plaza where the world’s first public electric lighting test happened in 1843.
mileneguermont.com
December 21, 2025 at 7:56 PM
Milene Guermont, a French artist and engineer, has created a project titled "Unite the States of America," inspired in part by France's gift of the Statue of Liberty to the U.S. She is looking to place sculptures, called Pyramidions, in all 50 states.
Americans are constantly being told they live in a polarized society. A new study has found that if museum visitors are informed about the perception gap of the threat of climate change they are more likely to want information on how they can take action.
How Closing Perception Gaps Can Depolarize Issues and Motivate Action
When designing exhibitions, museums try to create experiences that expand visitors’ awareness of their social context, providing new information to broaden or shift their perspective. To do so, we …
www.aam-us.org
December 20, 2025 at 11:03 PM
Americans are constantly being told they live in a polarized society. A new study has found that if museum visitors are informed about the perception gap of the threat of climate change they are more likely to want information on how they can take action.
Our Core Issues Briefing Series of webinars begins on January 7. Register for the webinar bundle to save on all six sessions, including two in February. Register for the bundle at tinyurl.com/3kc49fmu.
December 20, 2025 at 5:13 PM
Our Core Issues Briefing Series of webinars begins on January 7. Register for the webinar bundle to save on all six sessions, including two in February. Register for the bundle at tinyurl.com/3kc49fmu.
History happens everywhere, and AASLH is proud to support the thousands of organizations preserving stories that shape our communities. Donate at aaslh.org/about/donate.
December 19, 2025 at 9:08 PM
History happens everywhere, and AASLH is proud to support the thousands of organizations preserving stories that shape our communities. Donate at aaslh.org/about/donate.
Your donation will ensure training opportunities remain accessible to organizations of every size and budget. By giving to AASLH, you invest directly in the growth and success of the entire history community. Donate at aaslh.org/about/donate.
December 18, 2025 at 11:26 PM
Your donation will ensure training opportunities remain accessible to organizations of every size and budget. By giving to AASLH, you invest directly in the growth and success of the entire history community. Donate at aaslh.org/about/donate.
Your voice is needed at Museums Advocacy Day. Together as a field, we've defeated several threats to eliminate federal agencies supporting museums and helped secure millions of dollars in grants for museums. We must keep making our case to Congress. Learn more and register at tinyurl.com/yrs6yjk8.
Museums Advocacy Day 2025
Save the Date | February 24-25
www.aam-us.org
December 18, 2025 at 6:05 PM
Your voice is needed at Museums Advocacy Day. Together as a field, we've defeated several threats to eliminate federal agencies supporting museums and helped secure millions of dollars in grants for museums. We must keep making our case to Congress. Learn more and register at tinyurl.com/yrs6yjk8.
AASLH advocates for the needs of history organizations and professionals. Please make a gift today to support AASLH's advocacy efforts. Donate at aaslh.org/about/donate.
December 18, 2025 at 12:23 AM
AASLH advocates for the needs of history organizations and professionals. Please make a gift today to support AASLH's advocacy efforts. Donate at aaslh.org/about/donate.
Generation Z's Vision of America's 250th: What does it mean to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States when pride in being American is at a record low, especially among younger generations? For Gen Z, it's time to reflect on the nation's foundation, values, and future.
Reclaiming red, white and blue: Generation Z’s vision of America’s 250th | The Review
udreview.com
December 17, 2025 at 2:04 AM
Generation Z's Vision of America's 250th: What does it mean to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States when pride in being American is at a record low, especially among younger generations? For Gen Z, it's time to reflect on the nation's foundation, values, and future.
AASLH On Demand Courses can be started any time and completed on your schedule. Our Introduction to Indigenous History course is one of the most popular because it covers everything from a basic vocabulary to contemporary issues. Register at tinyurl.com/ppm4jjrd.
December 16, 2025 at 7:33 PM
AASLH On Demand Courses can be started any time and completed on your schedule. Our Introduction to Indigenous History course is one of the most popular because it covers everything from a basic vocabulary to contemporary issues. Register at tinyurl.com/ppm4jjrd.
The Women's Suffrage National Monument Foundation announced that it has received final approval for a monument to be located on a two-and-a-half-acre site in Constitution Gardens on the National Mall.
A Monumental Address Secured - Women's Suffrage Monument Foundation
womensmonument.org
December 15, 2025 at 6:46 PM
The Women's Suffrage National Monument Foundation announced that it has received final approval for a monument to be located on a two-and-a-half-acre site in Constitution Gardens on the National Mall.
As the year comes to a close, we invite you to support the American Association for State and Local History. Your gift—of any size—directly fuels programs and resources that help history organizations of all sizes thrive. Make a donation at aaslh.org/about/donate.
December 15, 2025 at 2:03 PM
As the year comes to a close, we invite you to support the American Association for State and Local History. Your gift—of any size—directly fuels programs and resources that help history organizations of all sizes thrive. Make a donation at aaslh.org/about/donate.