Getting Ready for the Meeting
Making Your Case
Get advice on presenting your case for departmental funding or paid leave to come to the meeting.
Social Media Logos
Spread the word about your participation in the annual meeting by downloading and sharing one of our custom-designed graphics.
Information for International Participants
Find resources on obtaining visas and information on letters of invitation from the AHA to support visa applications.
Annual Meeting Funding
The AHA offers several grants and fellowships to assist graduate students and early career historians with childcare and travel costs for the annual meeting.
First-time Attendee Guide
Navigating so many sessions and events can be daunting; here are a few tips for making the most of your experience.
Undergraduates at the Meeting
Information on undergraduate sessions and resources for undergrads interested in attending the annual meeting.
Participating in the Meeting
Code of Conduct
The AHA is committed to creating and maintaining a harassment-free environment for all participants in the Association's activities.
Annual Meeting Policies
The AHA has outlined several important policies for attendees.
Information for Poster Presenters
Reflections from past presenters and tips on effective poster design.
Information for Speakers and Chairs
Crucial information about deadlines, time limits, and making presentations accessible.
AHA Guide to Lightning Rounds
Lightning rounds now include sessions on digital history projects, dissertations, and the research of early career scholars.
Late-Breaking Sessions
The annual meeting includes late-breaking sessions to allow historians to respond to current events or recent controversies within the discipline.
Attending AHA26
AHA26 Press Resources
We welcome journalists attend and participate in the world’s largest annual gathering of professional historians.
AHA26 Travel Guide
Find information about traveling to and around Chicago, including airports, transit, parking, and more.
AHA26 Accessibility Guide
Information about accessibility at the annual meeting and in the hotels.
AHA26 Workshops and Ticketed Events
The annual meeting features a number of workshops and other events for attendees, some requiring advance signup.
AHA26 Meetups
The community space will be available as a place to sit, check email, and chat with colleagues. Look for special meetup events throughout the meeting.
AHA26 Teaching & Learning Guide
Use this guide, organized by event type, to navigate the full spread of teaching and learning events taking place at AHA26.
AHA26 K–16 Content Cohort: Revolutions
As part of its 2026 annual meeting in Chicago, the AHA will convene a cohort of 25 educators to explore the theme of revolutions across periods and regions.