Organization of American Historians Email Format
Higher EducationIndiana, United States11-50 Employees
The Organization of American Historians (OAH) is a professional association focused on American history scholarship, teaching, and presentation. Founded in 1907 and based in Bloomington, Indiana, it serves a global membership of historians and educators by promoting rigorous scholarship and equitable treatment of history practitioners, as well as hosting major conferences and publishing leading academic journals. Its main activities include publishing the Journal of American History, a long-standing scholarly journal, and The American Historian magazine, alongside organizing the annual Conference on American History and regional meetings that facilitate discussion and professional exchange. The organization supports scholars through its programs and opportunities for involvement, such as service on committees and collaboration with partners and institutions in the field. OAH positions itself within the higher education landscape as a central hub for American history scholarship and professional development.