National Council on Public History
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NCPH advances the field of public history, promoting professionalism among history practitioners and encouraging historians' engagement with the public.
Leave feedback on optional early topic proposals for our conference with @aaslh.org by Nov. 15! Proposers are seeking feedback and offers of collaboration. Leave comments or reach out via email. #WorkOfRevolution https://ncph.org/phc/2026-topic-proposals/
November 11, 2025 at 1:30 PM
Leave feedback on optional early topic proposals for our conference with @aaslh.org by Nov. 15! Proposers are seeking feedback and offers of collaboration. Leave comments or reach out via email. #WorkOfRevolution https://ncph.org/phc/2026-topic-proposals/
Join the NCPH #Advocacy Committee and @oah.org on Dec. 8! We will write our concerns to representatives and commiserate with folks doing #PublicHistory in our nuanced and not uncommon political spheres. https://community.ncph.org/event/postcard-writing-dec-2025
November 10, 2025 at 1:55 PM
Join the NCPH #Advocacy Committee and @oah.org on Dec. 8! We will write our concerns to representatives and commiserate with folks doing #PublicHistory in our nuanced and not uncommon political spheres. https://community.ncph.org/event/postcard-writing-dec-2025
Join the NCPH IDEA and Advocacy Committees for an evening of #community and exploring what helps us ignite or reclaim a sense of power. Register at: https://community.ncph.org/events/EventDetails.aspx?alias=FeelingPowerful #PublicHistory #CommunityCare
November 6, 2025 at 1:50 PM
Join the NCPH IDEA and Advocacy Committees for an evening of #community and exploring what helps us ignite or reclaim a sense of power. Register at: https://community.ncph.org/events/EventDetails.aspx?alias=FeelingPowerful #PublicHistory #CommunityCare
The NCPH #AAPI Working Group fosters collaboration, identifies issues, and advocates for the AAPI community. Promote yourself or an organization, and join 60 connections in the AAPI #PublicHistory directories! Individuals, join: https://bit.ly/AAPI-PH-Form. Orgs, join: https://bit.ly/AAPI-PHOrgForm.
November 5, 2025 at 2:06 PM
The NCPH #AAPI Working Group fosters collaboration, identifies issues, and advocates for the AAPI community. Promote yourself or an organization, and join 60 connections in the AAPI #PublicHistory directories! Individuals, join: https://bit.ly/AAPI-PH-Form. Orgs, join: https://bit.ly/AAPI-PHOrgForm.
Choose from a batch of exceptionally qualified candidates in the NCPH election! We’re electing a vice-president/president-elect and treasurer of the Board; 3 board members at large; and 2 members of our Nominating Committee. You should have received a link to your personal ballot via SurveyMonkey!
November 4, 2025 at 4:31 PM
Choose from a batch of exceptionally qualified candidates in the NCPH election! We’re electing a vice-president/president-elect and treasurer of the Board; 3 board members at large; and 2 members of our Nominating Committee. You should have received a link to your personal ballot via SurveyMonkey!
As Executive Order No. 14253 and DOI Secretary Order No. 3431 seek to remove truths about our nation’s history from #NPS sites, remember that “national parks belong to the American people.” Call for an honest approach to our history through this feedback form: https://www.nps.gov/aboutus/eo14253.htm
November 3, 2025 at 1:30 PM
As Executive Order No. 14253 and DOI Secretary Order No. 3431 seek to remove truths about our nation’s history from #NPS sites, remember that “national parks belong to the American people.” Call for an honest approach to our history through this feedback form: https://www.nps.gov/aboutus/eo14253.htm
Due to the ongoing gov't shutdown, NCPH must postpone our upcoming webinar series on the WWII Home Front. Planned in partnership w/ our colleagues at NPS, the programs were designed with federal historians as a key audience & we don't want to proceed without them. We'll reschedule in the new year.
October 30, 2025 at 7:02 PM
Due to the ongoing gov't shutdown, NCPH must postpone our upcoming webinar series on the WWII Home Front. Planned in partnership w/ our colleagues at NPS, the programs were designed with federal historians as a key audience & we don't want to proceed without them. We'll reschedule in the new year.
Calling all #PublicHistory professors! It’s time for Educator “Therapy”. Share stories and stay connected with #educators from across the country in this 45-minute conversation on November 19 at 4 pm Eastern. Register at: https://community.ncph.org/event/educator-therapy.
October 30, 2025 at 12:55 PM
Calling all #PublicHistory professors! It’s time for Educator “Therapy”. Share stories and stay connected with #educators from across the country in this 45-minute conversation on November 19 at 4 pm Eastern. Register at: https://community.ncph.org/event/educator-therapy.
Want to dip your toes into Program Committee work? Review proposals for our #conference with @aaslh.org! You’ll need 3-4 hours to read through about 30 proposals in December. Fill out this form by Nov. 1: https://ncph.org/program-committee-reviewer-volunteer-form/
October 29, 2025 at 1:20 PM
Want to dip your toes into Program Committee work? Review proposals for our #conference with @aaslh.org! You’ll need 3-4 hours to read through about 30 proposals in December. Fill out this form by Nov. 1: https://ncph.org/program-committee-reviewer-volunteer-form/
Next week—Tim Campbell presents “Remembering African American Service a Different Way” on Nov. 4. Clarissa Ceglio presents “A Cultural Arsenal for Democracy: The WWII Work of US Museums” on Nov. 6. Both start at 2 pm ET! #AmericanHistory #WWII https://community.ncph.org/event/WWIIWebinars2025.
October 28, 2025 at 12:15 PM
Next week—Tim Campbell presents “Remembering African American Service a Different Way” on Nov. 4. Clarissa Ceglio presents “A Cultural Arsenal for Democracy: The WWII Work of US Museums” on Nov. 6. Both start at 2 pm ET! #AmericanHistory #WWII https://community.ncph.org/event/WWIIWebinars2025.
Know an individual or organization you'd like to recognize for their achievements and contributions to #PublicHistory? Nominate them for the Robert Kelley Memorial Award by Nov. 1! The award winner will receive $500 and will be honored at NCPH-AASLH 2026. https://ncph.org/about/awards/kelley-award/
October 27, 2025 at 12:30 PM
Know an individual or organization you'd like to recognize for their achievements and contributions to #PublicHistory? Nominate them for the Robert Kelley Memorial Award by Nov. 1! The award winner will receive $500 and will be honored at NCPH-AASLH 2026. https://ncph.org/about/awards/kelley-award/
We received 42 optional, early topic proposals for our #conference with @aaslh.org! Provide feedback or offer to collaborate on a session before the Dec. 1 final submission. Leave comments or email submitters by Nov. 15! https://ncph.org/phc/2026-topic-proposals/
October 23, 2025 at 12:55 PM
We received 42 optional, early topic proposals for our #conference with @aaslh.org! Provide feedback or offer to collaborate on a session before the Dec. 1 final submission. Leave comments or email submitters by Nov. 15! https://ncph.org/phc/2026-topic-proposals/
Ready to advocate for history but aren’t sure where to start? Check out our #PublicHistory #advocacy resources page! And if you come across a resource that you think we could add to the list, send it to us at ncph@iu.edu. https://ncph.org/what-is-public-history/advocacy/advocacy-resources/
October 22, 2025 at 12:55 PM
Ready to advocate for history but aren’t sure where to start? Check out our #PublicHistory #advocacy resources page! And if you come across a resource that you think we could add to the list, send it to us at ncph@iu.edu. https://ncph.org/what-is-public-history/advocacy/advocacy-resources/
Most NCPH awards recognizing the best in #PublicHistory for 2026 are due February 1, 2026, but don't forget that submissions for the #BookAward and Robert Kelley Memorial Award are due November 1, 2025! https://ncph.org/about/awards/
October 21, 2025 at 1:07 PM
Most NCPH awards recognizing the best in #PublicHistory for 2026 are due February 1, 2026, but don't forget that submissions for the #BookAward and Robert Kelley Memorial Award are due November 1, 2025! https://ncph.org/about/awards/
NCPH and @aaslh.org are hoping to assemble a diverse pool of reviewers for the 2026 joint conference proposals. If you'll have 3-4 hours to read about 30 proposals in Dec., fill out this form by Nov. 1: https://ncph.org/program-committee-reviewer-volunteer-form/
October 20, 2025 at 2:40 PM
NCPH and @aaslh.org are hoping to assemble a diverse pool of reviewers for the 2026 joint conference proposals. If you'll have 3-4 hours to read about 30 proposals in Dec., fill out this form by Nov. 1: https://ncph.org/program-committee-reviewer-volunteer-form/
Join us and @oah.org on October 22 at 7 pm ET virtually! Explore actions you can take to defend history while we write to representatives or write notes of encouragement to #PublicHistory institutions. https://www.oah.org/2025/10/06/october-22-advocacy-gathering/
October 16, 2025 at 12:30 PM
Join us and @oah.org on October 22 at 7 pm ET virtually! Explore actions you can take to defend history while we write to representatives or write notes of encouragement to #PublicHistory institutions. https://www.oah.org/2025/10/06/october-22-advocacy-gathering/
Do you or a public historian you know need help covering your NCPH membership dues? The Membership Support Fund is here to cover the costs of NCPH memberships for those experiencing financial insecurity. Self-report your need at any time here: https://ncph.org/funding-need-self-reporting-form/
October 15, 2025 at 12:45 PM
Do you or a public historian you know need help covering your NCPH membership dues? The Membership Support Fund is here to cover the costs of NCPH memberships for those experiencing financial insecurity. Self-report your need at any time here: https://ncph.org/funding-need-self-reporting-form/
Join us for a webinar series presented in partnership with the National Park Service! The webinars will take place on November 4, 6, 12, and 13, beginning at 2:00 pm Eastern each day. Find the details and register at: https://community.ncph.org/event/WWIIWebinars2025 #WWIIHistory #AmericanHistory
October 14, 2025 at 1:10 PM
Join us for a webinar series presented in partnership with the National Park Service! The webinars will take place on November 4, 6, 12, and 13, beginning at 2:00 pm Eastern each day. Find the details and register at: https://community.ncph.org/event/WWIIWebinars2025 #WWIIHistory #AmericanHistory
Feeling grumpy about #PublicHistory? Join us on Tuesday, October 14 to commiserate with those working in the field or looking for a job in it. https://community.ncph.org/event/SpookyGrumpyHour
October 10, 2025 at 1:15 PM
Feeling grumpy about #PublicHistory? Join us on Tuesday, October 14 to commiserate with those working in the field or looking for a job in it. https://community.ncph.org/event/SpookyGrumpyHour
The inaugural NCPH Virtual #GradFair is happening today and tomorrow! We want to thank our sponsors for helping us make this event possible for the 46 programs and 300+ people participating. #HappyNetworking #PublicHistory #MuseumStudies #Libraries
October 9, 2025 at 3:31 PM
The inaugural NCPH Virtual #GradFair is happening today and tomorrow! We want to thank our sponsors for helping us make this event possible for the 46 programs and 300+ people participating. #HappyNetworking #PublicHistory #MuseumStudies #Libraries
Do you know of a #PublicHistory project that’s making waves and advancing the field? Nominate it for a $750 cash prize and certificate presented at the NCPH-AASLH joint conference in 2026! Nominations must be received (not postmarked) by Feb. 1, 2026! https://ncph.org/about/awards/ph-project-award/.
October 8, 2025 at 9:30 PM
Do you know of a #PublicHistory project that’s making waves and advancing the field? Nominate it for a $750 cash prize and certificate presented at the NCPH-AASLH joint conference in 2026! Nominations must be received (not postmarked) by Feb. 1, 2026! https://ncph.org/about/awards/ph-project-award/.
We're here to support the #PublicHistory community in all that we do. Small donations go a long way! Consider giving to our annual fund at: https://ncph.org/giving/annual-fund-2/
October 7, 2025 at 12:45 PM
We're here to support the #PublicHistory community in all that we do. Small donations go a long way! Consider giving to our annual fund at: https://ncph.org/giving/annual-fund-2/
If you’re considering presenting at the joint AASLH-NCPH conference next September, but you could use feedback, an idea, or more presenters, submit an optional early topic proposal by October 15! https://ncph.org/conference/2026-annual-meeting/topic-proposal-form/
October 6, 2025 at 12:15 PM
If you’re considering presenting at the joint AASLH-NCPH conference next September, but you could use feedback, an idea, or more presenters, submit an optional early topic proposal by October 15! https://ncph.org/conference/2026-annual-meeting/topic-proposal-form/
📢Last call! Register for NCPH’s FREE Virtual Grad Fair by October 5! Compare 40+ programs and attend sessions designed to help you navigate what's next. https://community.ncph.org/event/GradFair2025 #PublicHistory #Museums #Library #GradSchool
October 2, 2025 at 12:45 PM
📢Last call! Register for NCPH’s FREE Virtual Grad Fair by October 5! Compare 40+ programs and attend sessions designed to help you navigate what's next. https://community.ncph.org/event/GradFair2025 #PublicHistory #Museums #Library #GradSchool
Want to get more involved with NCPH? Join the History@Work Editorial Committee as a volunteer Affiliate Editor! In this role, you engage in #PublicHistory conversations through the editorial process with editors and authors across the US and abroad. https://ncph.org/news/affiliate-editor-search/
October 1, 2025 at 8:30 PM
Want to get more involved with NCPH? Join the History@Work Editorial Committee as a volunteer Affiliate Editor! In this role, you engage in #PublicHistory conversations through the editorial process with editors and authors across the US and abroad. https://ncph.org/news/affiliate-editor-search/