American Association for State and Local History (AASLH) Email Format

Museums, Historical Sites, and ZoosTennessee, United States11-50 Employees

The American Association for State and Local History (AASLH) is a nonprofit organization serving museums, historical sites, and related institutions. It provides leadership, resources, and professional development to help members preserve and interpret state and local history, aiming to make the past meaningful for Americans. The association maintains an extensive online repository of materials—including books, white papers, templates, and articles—along with courses and workshops offered in person and online to support history professionals and organizations. Based in Nashville, Tennessee, AASLH positions itself as the central national body dedicated to the field of state and local history as a whole.

Founded in 1904 and today operating with a network of members and partners, AASLH also acts as an advocacy group, sponsoring and coordinating national-level efforts and partnerships to advance history across institutions. Its annual meeting brings together thousands of history professionals, volunteers, and enthusiasts to exchange ideas and approaches. Recent activity highlights collaboration with other organizations to expand professional development and engagement, including partnerships with groups such as blackmuseums.org and AAAM.

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