The HA Virtual Branch is a great way to keep your history up-to-date, whether you are working or relaxing, all from the comfort of your home. The Virtual Branch is free and open to everybody, and recordings of the talks are made available online after the event for HA members....

This series is free and available to all to attend live. Recordings will be made exclusively available to HA Members. Find out about membership here.   To mark the anniversary of the publication of Shakespeare’s first folio in 1623–24, the winter webinar series will focus on ‘The history that Shakespeare gave...

We are delighted to announce a new free event that brings the historical and the literary together: a live online interview with the renowned author A.N. Wilson to mark the release of his latest book. The conversation will focus on the work of the famous German author, writer and philosopher Goethe,...

The HA is excited to support the British Library's Medieval History Fest, a spectacular event taking place this December. Enjoy a day of engaging talks and discussions with leading historians, writers and speakers, who will delve into rich medieval histories to explore global stories, investigate fascinating discoveries, explore medieval literature,...

It is Remembrance time again – poppies of a variety of colours will begin to appear in shops and online, ready to be worn to recognise the impact of war and conflict alongside the need for peace. Each year the British public are asked to reflect on those who have...

History is frequently written by those with the most power – and those without power get left to the margins. That is the kinder way of explaining why those with a disability are often excluded from mainstream historical narratives. Of course, a simpler reason for the lack of presence of...

The Historian is a members’ magazine and we want to hear from you. We know that many of our readers are actively involved in history in some way and we would love you to share your stories with other members – who knows what you might inspire! Regular sections About ...

Red Lion Square was long one of London's most genteel addresses, home to nobles, scholars, and professionals. But on 25 March 1818, one house on the south side opened its doors to quite another class of person, as the Mendicity Society began its business. Set up to solve the growing...

All history is equal, as it is all equally in the past – surely? However… we know that is not true, as the past that is given the most coverage or prominence is usually the one that most reflects the views of those that record it. Fortunately, each generation gets...