Historians.org An association for Historians in America
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American Historical Association
Description
The American Historical Association (AHA) is a nonprofit membership organization founded in 1884 and incorporated by Congress in 1889 for the promotion of historical studies, the collection and preservation of historical documents and artifacts, and the dissemination of historical research. As the largest historical society in the United States, the AHA provides leadership and advocacy for the profession, fights to ensure academic freedom, monitors professional standards, spearheads essential research in the field, and provides resources and services to help its members succeed. The AHA serves more than 14,000 history professionals, representing every historical period and geographical area. AHA members include K –12 teachers, academics at two- and four-year colleges and universities, graduate students, historians in museums, historical organizations, libraries and archives, government and business, as well as independent historians.
Leadership and Advocacy for the Field
As the umbrella organization for the profession, the AHA plays an important public role as a leader and public advocate for the field. Within the profession, the Association defines ethical and professional standards, and offers advice on good practices in the field. Externally, the Association works broadly in behalf of historical studies, the collection and preservation of historical documents and artifacts, and the dissemination of historical research.
The AHA is governed by established Constitution and Bylaws. Much of the policy work of the Association is done through the Council, divisions, and committees of the American Historical Association. Members of the Council and divisions are elected to three-year terms. Members of the Nominating Committee and the Committee on Committees are also elected to three-year terms, the other committees are appointive positions. Day to day operations are performed by the staff at the Washington, DC Headquarters, under the direction of the Executive Director.
Contact
- American HIstorical Association
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- Washington DC
- United States 20003
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- +1.9999999999
