by American Association for State and Local History | Jul 31, 2024 | Beyond the Commonwealth, History News, The Profession
Most history organizations are small but mighty, preserving local history for future generations. If you work at a small museum or historic site, be sure to attend the 2024 AASLH Annual Conference and attend the suggested sessions below. All sessions are included with...
by Massachusetts History Alliance | Jul 22, 2024 | History News
Marion GibsonFrom the publisher: A “thought-provoking and timely” (The Times, London) global history of witch trials across Europe, Africa, and the Americas, told through thirteen distinct trials that illuminate a pattern of demonization and conspiratorial thinking...
by Massachusetts Cultural Council | Jul 19, 2024 | History News, The Profession
07.19.2024 Bethann Steiner, Senior Director of Public Affairs Budget Nineteen days into Fiscal Year 2025 the Legislature is poised to adopt and send to the Governor this year’s state budget. Mass Cultural Council is immensely grateful as this spending plan funds the...
by American Association for State and Local History | Jul 19, 2024 | Beyond the Commonwealth, History News, The Profession
The American Association for State and Local History is pleased to announce the winners of our fellowships and scholarships for the 2024 Annual Conference in Mobile, Alabama. AASLH thanks all the donors who make these financial assistance programs possible. We...
by American Association for State and Local History | Jul 18, 2024 | Beyond the Commonwealth, History News, The Profession
Workshops at the AASLH Annual Conference explore a topic over a half- or full day. This extended time allows you to more deeply understand the subject and how you can implement what you’ve learned at your organization. Workshops are available on Wednesday and...
by Massachusetts Cultural Council | Jul 17, 2024 | History News, The Profession
07.17.2024 Charles G. Baldwin, Program Officer Diversity Equity and Inclusion Elson Fortes paints in his studio at Humphreys Street Studio during Dorchester Open Studios. Photo: Annielly Camargo. Mass Cultural Council’s first-ever d/Deaf & Disability Equity Plan...