Start your journey of discovery
Continue your journey of discovery with HA membership. Through membership of the Historical Association you can gain so much - whether it's through expanding your historical knowledge, meet new people or gaining help with research, the HA has something for you.
Membership starts from as little as £38 at concessionary rate, and £58.50 at individual rate. You can also get two extra months for free by quoting the code HA18 over the phone.
Call us on 0300 100 0223 or join online today
Discover local branch talks and visits
With over 45 vibrant local branches across the UK running over 300 history talks and visits annually, the HA branch network is a great way to socialise and meet like-minded people in your local area. As a member you are automatically affiliated to your local branch and can attend all talks across the UK for free.
Explore The Historian magazine
Membership includes a subscription to our quarterly magazine The Historian. Each edition focuses on a historical theme and showcases articles on international and local history from specialists in their field. Forthcoming editions include civil rights and social change, a reflection on the centenary of the First World War, and Medieval Europe. You’ll also find regular features which highlight The Historian’s chronological and geographical range including ‘My favourite history place’, ‘out and about’, book reviews, and more!
Access a sample copy of The Historian
Learn through digital resource library
As a member you can access hundreds of fascinating history podcasts, pamphlets, articles and publications on the HA website. Our history podcasts recorded with expert historians, and covering all themes and periods of history from Ancient to Modern. These bite-size 15-20 minute podcasts are an easy and enjoyable way to explore more about the topics you love - as well as the ones you're less familiar with!
Our digitised classic pamphlets are also a fantastic source for research and enjoyment alike.
Savings for HA Annual Conference
Membership gives you up to 40% off national events including the HA Conference featuring guided visits and talks from well-known historians. Our 2018 conference will be held in the picturesque Stratford-Upon-Avon on 18-19 May and features keynotes from Tracey Borman, Edith Hall and Tony Badger, as well as visit to the Royal Shakespeare Theatre to watch The Duchess of Malfi.
Support the HA’s charitable mission
The HA is a registered charity and our mission is to develop the teaching, learning and enjoyment of history at all levels. As well as offering a range of history resources, the HA supports quality history teaching in schools from early years to Sixth Form, and campaigns to raise the profile of history teaching in school. Our not-for-profit membership structure invests in this support for future generations.
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