Public History Practice
Practical guides for organizations, churches, schools and families working with their own history.
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Black History Month Ideas: Program Ideas for Workplaces, Schools and Churches
The best Black History Month ideas start in the fall, follow the ASALH theme, honor Carter G. Woodson’s legacy and put local history at the center.
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When to Hire a Historical Consultant, and What to Expect
Hire a heritage consultant when a project needs historical evidence researched and interpreted to professional standards; here is what to ask first.
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Nonprofit Storytelling: How Your Organization’s History Builds Trust
Nonprofit storytelling grounded in organizational history gives donors, boards and communities evidence to trust; here is how to research and tell it well.
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How to Research the History of Your House in Cleveland and Cuyahoga County
To find the history of my house in Cuyahoga County, start with the county’s online deed search, then use Sanborn maps, city directories and census records.
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How to Write a Church History Book for Your Congregation’s Anniversary
A church history book needs a year of lead time, a history committee, the church’s own records, elders’ oral histories and photo permissions; here is how.
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What Is Public History, and What Does a Public Historian Do?
Public history is history put to work in the world; here is what public history is, what a public historian does, and where public historians work.
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