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Western Association of Women Historians

Western Association of Women HistoriansWestern Association of Women HistoriansWestern Association of Women Historians

Promoting the interests of women 

historians since 1969

Also known as the WAWH

The Western Association of Women Historians was founded in 1969 to promote the interests of women historians both in academia and the field of history generally. Originally focused on the US West Coast, the WAWH has grown into a global organization drawing members from across the nation and around the world.

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Conferences

The WAWH holds an Annual Spring Conference for the presentation and discussion of scholarly work, new research, teaching methods, writing, and other topics of interest to women historians. 


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Join the WAWH to connect with members, apply for awards, receive discounted conference registration, and more! 

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Awards

The WAWH offers nine annual awards in recognition of its members’ outstanding work and scholarship. Membership is required in advance of application.


Applications for the 2026 cycle are now closed. We'll announce the winners at the Awards Banquet in Sacramento, California on April 26.

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WAWH in the World

WAWH in the World

WAWH members are scholars whose work advances historical knowledge. Browse the list of member publications. Click on hyperlinks to preview, read, and purchase books and articles.

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WAWH in the World

WAWH in the World

WAWH in the World

WAWH historians engage with the world in many ways: speaking engagements, webinars, podcasts, online articles, op-eds, and more. 

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Wall of Experts

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Wall of Experts

Journalists, podcasters, event planners: Are you tired of cold calling historians only to be ignored or told that they do not provide public comment? Check out the WAWH Wall of Experts for a listing of credentialed scholars who would be happy to offer historical insight and commentary.

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