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Introducing the History & Democracy Initiative

Introducing the History & Democracy Initiative

by American Association for State and Local History | Apr 16, 2026 | Beyond the Commonwealth, History News, News, The Profession

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Ken Burns at Harvard, Jill Lepore in Concord

Ken Burns at Harvard, Jill Lepore in Concord

by Mass Humaities | Apr 16, 2026 | News, The Kiosk, The Profession

By Brian Boyles On March 25, I swam in the deep end of the Semiquincentennial. Two events that day provided opportunities to hear from several of the country’s preeminent historians about the 250th and its relevance in our time. I came away from my morning at Harvard...
Democracy Abroad: A look at America’s 250th through the eyes of four documentary filmmakers

Democracy Abroad: A look at America’s 250th through the eyes of four documentary filmmakers

by Mass Humaities | Apr 15, 2026 | News, The Kiosk, The Profession

By Larry Hott I’m a long-time documentary filmmaker and I’m also a member of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, also known as the Oscars. I’ve been reviewing films for the Academy Awards for more than 30 years and this year I noticed that several...
Members: Vote in the 2026 AASLH Election

Members: Vote in the 2026 AASLH Election

by American Association for State and Local History | Apr 15, 2026 | Beyond the Commonwealth, History News, News, The Profession

2026 AASLH Election – Candidate Information Voting is now open in the annual Council and Leadership Nominating Committee elections. All AASLH members received a ballot via email. If you did not receive a ballot, please contact us at 615-320-3203 or...
Victory in Preventing the Dismantling of IMLS

Victory in Preventing the Dismantling of IMLS

by American Association for State and Local History | Apr 9, 2026 | Beyond the Commonwealth, History News, News, The Profession

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The 250th through the eyes of Massachusetts people

The 250th through the eyes of Massachusetts people

by Mass Humaities | Apr 9, 2026 | News, The Kiosk, The Profession, Video

Throughout 2026, we’re partnering with Massachusetts 250 to bring you different perspectives on the American Revolution. You’ll hear from artists, elected officials, nonprofit leaders, business people, residents, and more. So far, we’ve gathered stories at Mass...
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