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May 11, 2026

Federal Judge Rules to Restore National Endowment for the Humanities

The Association for the Study of African American Life and History (ASALH) strongly condemns the recent Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) decision in the Louisiana v. Callais case.

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April 30, 2026

ASALH’s Statement on the Evisceration of the Voting Rights Act of 1965

The Association for the Study of African American Life and History (ASALH) strongly condemns the recent Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) decision in the Louisiana v. Callais case.

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April 13, 2026

Nominations for the 2027 ASALH Book Prize are Now Open!

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March 17, 2026

Celebrating Women’s History Month

The true worth of a race must be measured by the character of its womanhood. -Mary McLeod Bethune, ASALH President, 1936-1951

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March 10, 2026

2026 ASALH Conference Call for Proposals

Submit before March 20, 2026 for Early-bird submissions. Final submissions are accepted by May 18, 2026!

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March 10, 2026

2026 ASALH Conference Call for Posters

Submit before March 20, 2026 for Early-bird submissions. Final submissions are accepted by May 18, 2026!

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December 19, 2024

Carter G. Woodson Timeline

Known as the “Father of Black History,” Woodson (1875-1950) was the son of former slaves and understood the importance of gaining a proper education when striving to secure and maximize one’s divine right...

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Social Justice Toolkit

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ASALH in collaboration with Archival Alchemy® presents, The Black Family: United by History, Restored by Storytelling

This national program centers the legacy of Black family reunions while encouraging families of all backgrounds to build and...

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The Woodson House

Dr. Carter G. Woodson directed ASALH’s operations from his home located at 1538 Ninth Street, NW, Washington, DC, from...

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