The Texas State Historical Association (TSHA) is a nonprofit educational organization dedicated to documenting the history of Texas.
Texas State Historical Association (TSHA)
Historical Societies
A historical society (sometimes also preservation society) is an organization dedicated to preserving, collecting, researching, and interpreting historical information or items. Originally, these societies were created as a way to help future generations understand their heritage.
Historical societies vary in specialization, with focuses ranging from specific geographical areas such as countries or towns, universities, railways, ethnic and religious groups, to genealogy, pioneer history, and the preservation of antiques or historic buildings.
State Historical Society of Iowa
The State Historical Society of Iowa has been a trustee of Iowa’s historical legacy since 1857. With a dual mission of preservation and education, it maintains a museum, two research centers, and seven historic sites. The society preserves and provides access to Iowa’s historical resources through Read More …
South Dakota State Historical Society
The South Dakota State Historical Society, first organized as the Old Settlers Association of Dakota Territory in 1862, established its official relationship with state government in 1901 through the former Department of History. Originally housed in the state capitol, the Read More …
State Historical Society of North Dakota
The Archaeology and Historic Preservation Division protects and manages cultural resources by identifying and recording sites related to North Dakota’s prehistory; surveying, identifying and recording structures and sites eligible for listing on the North Dakota Historic Sites Registry; and nominating Read More …
History Nebraska
History Nebraska was founded in 1878 to “encourage historical research and inquiry, spread historical information . . . and to embrace alike aboriginal and modern history.” In 1883 it was designated a state institution and began receiving financial support from Read More …
Kansas Historical Society (KSHS)
The Kansas State Historical Society was established in 1875. Today the agency programs and services draw more than 15.5 million people. Our collections and services are accessed in person and virtually through a variety of web-based resources. Historical Society programs Read More …
History Colorado
Throughout our state, History Colorado offers eleven beautiful, inspiring museums and historic sites that ignite imaginations of all ages. Join us to discover your past and build a better future for all people in Colorado. We’re also home to a Read More …
Wyoming Historical Society (WYSHS)
The Wyoming Historical Society began in 1953, and is made up of members across Wyoming, as well as from outside the borders of Wyoming and the United States. The Society is open to any individual interested in history of Wyoming Read More …
Montana Historical Society (MHS)
The Montana Historical Society saves Montana’s past, shares our stories, and inspires exploration, to provide meaning for today and vision for tomorrow.
Idaho State Historical Society (ISHS)
The Idaho State Historical Society continues to build on our over 140-year legacy of preserving and promoting Idaho history. We have grown from our original charge of chronicling the state’s story to engaging Idahoans through inspiring educational services that empower Read More …