20th November 2008

Launch of Institute of Historical Research web-resource Making History

Making History is dedicated to the history of the study and practice of history in Britain over the last hundred years and more, following the emergence of the professional discipline in the late 19th century.

http://www.history.ac.uk/makinghistory/

Public History Conference University of Liverpool 2008

A conference is to be held in Liverpool, 10-12 April 2008, organized by the University of Liverpool; the Institute of Historical Research, University of London; and National Museums Liverpool. A major international conference it aims to develop debates 'on the uses of history for public purposes and the involvement of the public in the study and consumption of history' that began with conferences at the IHR in London in 2006 and atSwansea University in 2007.

The Liverpool conference will offer a meeting ground for all those engaged in the production, dissemination, and consumption of historical knowledge and heritage, including those active in the higher education, museums, heritage, media, and commercial sectors, and members of the public. Speakers from three continents will explore: The Professional Practice of Public History in North America and the UK;  Museums and Identity: City and Minority Museums;  How do we Remember Slavery? International Museums and Sites of Public History;  Public History in Theory and Practice: Art, Archeology, Film, Sport.

For details see Public History 2008