The Oral History Association is the membership organization for people committed to the value of oral history.

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Featured ORAL HISTORY Resources

The Oral History Association offers a rich variety of publications, guidelines, toolkits, and resources for those interested in every facet of oral history.

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and Best Practices Icon of an open book with visible lines representing text on both pages. The image is in a simple, white outline style on a transparent background. OHA Journal:
The Oral History Review A simple black and white line drawing of over-ear headphones, with a curved headband connecting two large ear cups. Independent Oral History Practitioners’ Toolkit A simple black and white icon of a checklist with four lines, three of which have checkmarks next to them, indicating completed tasks, while the fourth line remains unchecked. Metadata Assessment and Planning Toolkit A simple white outline of a magnifying glass focusing on an icon of a person, symbolizing user search or profile search, on a transparent background. Find an Oral Historian A simple, white outline icon of a briefcase with a handle on top and a clasp in the center, set against a transparent background. Oral History Jobs & Opportunities Outline illustration of an award ribbon or badge with two tails, symbolizing achievement, recognition, or certification. OHA Grants and Awards White outlined icon of a calendar with three rings on top and a grid representing dates. The background is transparent. Upcoming Oral History Events
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GET INVOLVED

The Oral History Association encourages you to engage with our community by locating other oral historians through our public directory, presenting your work at OHA events, joining the organization as a member, and serving on OHA committees.

Connect with our Community

Discover new ways to communicate with oral history networks or find willing experts and partners.

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ATTEND ORAL HISTORY EVENTS

Learn more about our yearly conference and stay current on upcoming in-person or web-based programming.

SUPPORT OUR WORK

Individuals and institutions alike help our organization provide resources and scholarships. 

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Our Partners

OHA offers partner membership for organizations that want to support and stay connected to the Oral History Association. Becoming a Partner is a way to strengthen communication between your organization and OHA, maximizing our collaborative efforts.

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