The White House’s latest, most concerted effort yet to bend the Smithsonian Institution to its will through a “comprehensive review” of content and policies—starting with its foremost museums of history, culture, and art—is an affront

American Association for State and Local History Blog

26.08.2025

Share Your Expertise and Advance the Field as a Member of an AASLH Committee – AASLH

AASLH Committees are made up of those working or volunteering in the history field that have an expertise and passion for the committee’s area of responsibility. Some committees provide resources to the field, such as trainings and publications. Others advise AASLH to assist with the operation and programs of

American Association for State and Local History Blog

27.08.2025

Truth in History is Needed Now More than Ever – AASLH

By Carol Kammen Contrary to what the White House is saying, I see the historical community doing its job. And doing it well. Over the past 50 years, scholarship has pried open the diversity of the past: that women had no voice and then by fighting for

American Association for State and Local History Blog

02.09.2025

Argument and Evidence: Museums Should Take the President’s Critique Seriously – AASLH

By Jason Hanson, Chief Creative Officer, History Colorado The White House released a statement on August 21 entitled “President Trump is Right about the Smithsonian.” It is, presumably, a follow-up to the president’s social media post earlier that week claiming that

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Statement on White House Interference at the Smithsonian – AASLH

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Truth in History is Needed Now More than Ever – AASLH

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