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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.

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American Association for State and Local History @aaslh.org · 1h
America's history sector is vast, unique, and vital. Attendees to this webinar on October 14 will gain information to help strengthen their institutions and make the case for importance of the history community to varied stakeholders. Register at tinyurl.com/2sr2b27y.
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American Association for State and Local History @aaslh.org · 7h
This virtual workshop on October 21 will offer guidance and troubleshooting for organizations of all sizes and budgets, and deaccessioning projects on a variety of timelines. Register at tinyurl.com/mv5ttuz5.
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American Association for State and Local History @aaslh.org · 04/10/2026
Looking for a new way to show your support for AASLH and the history field? Check out the AASLH Store! Find shirts, sweatshirts, and hats that range from the silly (Living in the Past is Kind of My Job) to the serious (Speak Up for History). Check out the store at bonfire.com/store/aaslh.
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American Association for State and Local History @aaslh.org · 02/10/2026
National History Day is a competition in which students in grades 6–12 choose a topic and dive deeply into the past by conducting extensive research in libraries, archives, and museums. Learn how your organization can participate during a webinar on October 8. Register at tinyurl.com/2akmsjus.
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American Association for State and Local History @aaslh.org · 02/10/2026
Political and cultural divisions in America today pose great challenges to the history field. This webinar on October 21 will explore recent research and tested strategies to help history practitioners work more effectively in today's fractious discourse. Register at tinyurl.com/mvmv9rt3.
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American Association for State and Local History @aaslh.org · 01/10/2026
At history organizations, visitors are most often over 60, highlighting an opportunity to engage younger audiences. Attend our webinar on October 7 to learn strategies that will bring more young people to your site. Register at tinyurl.com/6kev58en.
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American Association for State and Local History @aaslh.org · 30/09/2026
Join us tomorrow for big-picture inspiration and concrete case studies of ways your organization can play a powerful role in supporting American civic culture. Learn more and register at tinyurl.com/pknttyna.
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American Association for State and Local History @aaslh.org · 30/09/2026
This virtual workshop on October 22 will give you the tools you need to understand and apply NAGPRA principles at your organization and maintain ethical and authentic partnerships with Native organizations. Register at tinyurl.com/4nnzsvd7.
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American Association for State and Local History @aaslh.org · 30/09/2026
Using AASLH's National Census of History Organizations as a primary foundation, attendees to this webinar will learn the ins and outs of the U.S. history sector—its parameters, key characteristics, and top pain points—as well as insights into audience trends. Register at tinyurl.com/2sr2b27y.
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American Association for State and Local History @aaslh.org · 29/09/2026
You'll leave this half-day, online workshop tomorrow feeling more confident about communicating with the public about the work your institution does and the value you provide to your community. Learn more and register at tinyurl.com/2ajmpdj5.
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American Association for State and Local History @aaslh.org · 28/09/2026
Attend our free AASLH History Hour tomorrow with the chairs of AASLH's Governance and Small Museum Committees and the Field Services Alliance to share ideas about improving governance at our sites. Register at tinyurl.com/HH0926.
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American Association for State and Local History @aaslh.org · 28/09/2026
Building on AASLH's new manual, "Speak Up for History: Getting Started in Local Advocacy," this webinar on October 20 will offer attendees a basic understanding of what local advocacy is and why it matters, and more. Register at tinyurl.com/36dhu8yx.
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American Association for State and Local History @aaslh.org · 25/09/2026
Your museum 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? Join this webinar on October 21 to learn about the Valentine Museum's process. Register at tinyurl.com/4sxk7wae.
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American Association for State and Local History @aaslh.org · 24/09/2026
In this webinar on October 8, speakers from National History Day, the Tennessee Historical Society, the Utah Historical Society, and a small house museum will discuss how engagement with NHD can expand your institution's footprint, fulfill your mission, and more. Register at tinyurl.com/2akmsjus.
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American Association for State and Local History @aaslh.org · 24/09/2026
Hear how the Levine Museum of the New South and the Elkhart County (IN) Historical Museum have used programs and partnerships to increase historical knowledge in their communities while bridging divides and helping their communities address contemporary challenges. Register at tinyurl.com/pknttyna.
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American Association for State and Local History @aaslh.org · 24/09/2026
Join this webinar on October 7 to hear directly from Made By Us leadership about research and insights that can help history organizations more effectively appeal to and serve youth audiences. Learn more and register at tinyurl.com/6kev58en.
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American Association for State and Local History @aaslh.org · 23/09/2026
Whether you need to write fundraising letters, make advocacy calls, speak with the media, or simply update your website, this workshop on September 30 is for you. Register at tinyurl.com/2ajmpdj5.
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American Association for State and Local History @aaslh.org · 22/09/2026
Good governance is essential for nonprofits. Join our next History Hour on September 29 to talk about governance – what we need to know, what we want to know, and more. Register at tinyurl.com/HH0926.
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American Association for State and Local History @aaslh.org · 22/09/2026
America's history sector is vast, unique, and vital. Using AASLH's National Census of History Organizations as a primary foundation, attendees to this webinar on Oct. 14 will learn the ins and outs of the U.S. history sector as well as insights into audience trends. Register at tinyurl.com/2sr2b27y.
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American Association for State and Local History @aaslh.org · 21/09/2026
We are looking for new instructors for our Project Management for History Professionals and Leadership and Administration for History Organizations Online Courses. See the respective job postings and apply by September 25. See the postings at tinyurl.com/3thkpr3y and tinyurl.com/5n7enstu.
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American Association for State and Local History @aaslh.org · 21/09/2026
AASLH offices will be closed today through Wednesday, September 23. We will reopen on Thursday, September 24.
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American Association for State and Local History @aaslh.org · 20/09/2026
Join this webinar on October 8 to learn how engagement with National History Day can expand your institution's footprint, fulfill your mission, and provide professional development for staff. Learn more and register at tinyurl.com/2akmsjus.
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American Association for State and Local History @aaslh.org · 18/09/2026
AASLH offices will be closed Monday, September 21 through Wednesday, September 23. We will reopen on Thursday, September 24. Have a great weekend!
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American Association for State and Local History @aaslh.org · 18/09/2026
Want to get a historical marker for free? Get in touch with the William G. Pomeroy Foundation, an Emerald sponsor at the Joint Conference. Visit them at booth 113 or at www.wgpfoundation.org.
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American Association for State and Local History @aaslh.org · 18/09/2026
Narragansett Councilwoman Heather Angel Mars-Martins on “The Work of Revolution,” this year’s Joint Conference theme.
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American Association for State and Local History @aaslh.org · 17/09/2026
Made By Us is an organization dedicated to strengthening ties between youth and history organizations:. Attendees to this webinar will hear directly from Made By Us leadership about research and insights that can help history organizations serve youth audiences. Register at tinyurl.com/6kev58en.
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American Association for State and Local History @aaslh.org · 16/09/2026
This half-day virtual workshop on September 30 will help history practitioners at institutions of all types and sizes learn how to communicate about their work more effectively. Learn more and register at tinyurl.com/2ajmpdj5.
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American Association for State and Local History @aaslh.org · 16/09/2026
Check out the silent auction at the conference today and tomorrow. Proceeds go to AASLH professional development programs. See it on the 5th floor. #workofrevolution
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American Association for State and Local History @aaslh.org · 15/09/2026
Welcome to Providence! Here’s how to register or pick up your badge. Thanks for coming! #WorkofRevolution
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American Association for State and Local History @aaslh.org · 15/09/2026
AASLH History Hour, a free informal conversation and community-building event, takes place on the fourth Tuesday of each month from 3 – 4 p.m. Join us on September 29 to talk about governance – what we need to know, what we want to know, and more. Register at tinyurl.com/HH0926.
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American Association for State and Local History @aaslh.org · 14/09/2026
This week is the AASLH NCPH Joint Conference in Providence, Rhode Island. AASLH staff will be onsite and may not be able to respond emails during this time. Attendees with any questions can visit us at the registration desk during the conference.
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American Association for State and Local History @aaslh.org · 14/09/2026
This webinar on October 1 will offer both big-picture inspiration and concrete case studies highlighting programming and partnership ideas that can help enhance your organization's capacity to fortify American civic culture. Register at tinyurl.com/pknttyna.
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American Association for State and Local History @aaslh.org · 13/09/2026
Our half-day virtual workshop on October 21 will show you how the Valentine Museum in Virginia found better homes for artifacts, increased knowledge of existing collections, and created a better collections management plan. Register at tinyurl.com/mv5ttuz5.
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American Association for State and Local History @aaslh.org · 11/09/2026
A constantly evolving landscape is testing the history field. Our five-week webinar series, which begins on Oct. 7, will update you with the latest research, insights, and guidance on how to respond to these issues. Register for the bundle or the individual webinars: learn.aaslh.org/upcoming-events.
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American Association for State and Local History @aaslh.org · 10/09/2026
AASLH has partnered with Wiki Education to offer two versions of the Documenting America Wikipedia course. Learn more and register at tinyurl.com/5n7bb966.
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American Association for State and Local History @aaslh.org · 10/09/2026
Feeling overwhelmed and underprepared to comply with the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA)? During this workshop on Oct. 22, Bernstein & Associates NAGPRA Consultants will provide an overview of NAGPRA and the 2024 updated regulations. Register at tinyurl.com/4nnzsvd7.
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American Association for State and Local History @aaslh.org · 10/09/2026
This half-day virtual workshop on Sept. 30 will show you how to share your message more effectively and foster greater understanding in the public about the value of history and how historians do their work. Register at tinyurl.com/2ajmpdj5.
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American Association for State and Local History @aaslh.org · 09/09/2026
Next week's Joint Conference with the NCPH will be the largest gathering ever of the public history field. Online registration has closed, but you can register onsite to access 110 learning sessions and network with 1,500 attendees. Learn more at tinyurl.com/AASLH2026.
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American Association for State and Local History @aaslh.org · 09/09/2026
See how the AASLH Standards and Excellence Program (STEPS) can help your organization build strong foundations for future growth. Join us for a free webinar to hear how STEPS can help your organization create a road map for meaningful change. Register at tinyurl.com/mwmct5cu.
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American Association for State and Local History @aaslh.org · 08/09/2026
Join us at September's AASLH History Hour on September 29 to talk about governance – what we need to know, what we want to know, and more. Most of the time will be in breakout rooms for you to meet your peers and discuss governance. Register at tinyurl.com/HH0926.
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American Association for State and Local History @aaslh.org · 07/09/2026
Be sure to participate in AASLH's silent auction onsite at the Joint Annual Conference. All earnings will be used to support AASLH's professional development and educational opportunities for our history and museum community. You can see all donors on the silent auction tab at tinyurl.com/AASLH2026.
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American Association for State and Local History @aaslh.org · 05/09/2026
The 2022 National Census of History Organizations is a first-of-its-kind effort to research the size and scope of the history community in the United States. See the census at aaslh.org/census.
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American Association for State and Local History @aaslh.org · 04/09/2026
Our half-day workshop on September 30 will help you feel more confident communicating with the public about the work your institution does and its value to your community. Learn more and register at tinyurl.com/2ajmpdj5.
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American Association for State and Local History @aaslh.org · 04/09/2026
Our offices will be closed on Monday in observance of Labor Day. We will reopen on Tuesday.
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American Association for State and Local History @aaslh.org · 03/09/2026
Are you hiring or looking for a job? The AASLH Job Board connects history professionals with opportunities at museums, historic sites, archives, and history organizations across the country. Post a job or explore available positions at jobs.aaslh.org.
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American Association for State and Local History @aaslh.org · 03/09/2026
With more than 1,500 people attending and 110+ learning sessions, this month's Joint Conference with the National Council on Public History will be filled with networking and learning. Registration has closed online but will be available onsite in Providence. Learn more at tinyurl.com/AASLH2026.
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American Association for State and Local History @aaslh.org · 02/09/2026
AASLH now offers 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. Register for individual webinars or the bundle at learn.aaslh.org/upcoming-events.
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American Association for State and Local History @aaslh.org · 02/09/2026
The AASLH STEPS program is specially designed to help small and mid-size organizations. It can help you improve your operations and meet national museum standards. Learn how at a free webinar on September 9. Register at tinyurl.com/mwmct5cu.
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American Association for State and Local History @aaslh.org · 02/09/2026
AASLH is looking for instructors for our Leadership and Administration for History Organizations and Project Management for History Professionals Online Courses. See the listings at tinyurl.com/3mneaf3b and tinyurl.com/y8ksy75k
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American Association for State and Local History @aaslh.org · 01/09/2026
Join us at September's free AASLH History Hour to talk about governance – what we need to know, what we want to know, and more. Register at tinyurl.com/HH0926.
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