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  • 100 editions of Primary History

    11th June 2025

    We've reached 100! We are proud to announce the publication of the 100th edition of Primary History, dedicated to supporting and inspiring primary educators in the teaching of history. Since its first issue in 1992, Primary History has become a trusted companion for teachers, curriculum leaders, and education researchers across the...

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  • Webinar series: AI in primary history

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    What does this series cover? The proliferation of generative artificial intelligence is transforming education, the economy and society at a blistering pace. In the face of such seismic change, it can feel daunting. Whatever your level of experience with AI, this new webinar series will equip you to make informed...

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  • New HA short course: Britain and the Romans

    7th January 2026

    Book Now  (Registration is via Cademy which opens in a new window. Please read the course terms and conditions before registering) What does the course cover? The new short course on Britain and the Romans will look at the Roman arrival, settlement and legacy of the Roman presence in Britain....

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  • Historical Association Conference 2026 in Newcastle

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    See the full conference programme Book your place now Catch a train to Newcastle upon Tyne and join us for our annual conference on 15-16 May 2026. In one of the oldest cities of English history (Romans onwards) we have a packed programme of talks and workshops, as well as...

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  • HistFest is back!

    4th March 2026

    The HA is excited to support HistFest, a spectacular event taking place this April. HistFest 2026 brings together historians, authors, and broadcasters for a weekend of talks exploring global history – from ancient civilizations and forgotten voices to motherhood, LGBTQ+ history, and literary culture. The programme spans two full days...

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  • British Science Week 2026

    27th February 2026

    6-16 March 2026 is British Science Week (actually ten days) – an annual celebration of science, technology, engineering and maths run by the British Science Association. The story of humankind trying to rationalise, control and develop the world around them is as long as history itself and a strong element of that has...

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  • Primary History 102: Out now

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  • Women’s History Month 2026

    23rd February 2026

    March is Women’s History Month, which conveniently overlaps with International Women’s Day (IWD). This year’s IWD has the theme 'Give to Gain', emphasising that providing resources and opportunities to women and girls benefits everyone: ‘When women thrive, we all rise’. Where has this message come from? From the real-life experiences of women over generations, which is of...

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  • LGBTQ+ History Month 2026

    20th January 2026

    February is LGBTQ+ History Month and the Historical Association has spent a number of years ensuring that the ways in which the past has recorded and represented these communities has been included in our general output. A key issue of presenting the work of historians who are investigating this history...

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  • The Jim Shields and Bob Unwin Bursaries

    19th January 2026

    We are excited to introduce the ‘Jim and Bob’ Bursaries for Early Career and trainee teachers, generously funded by Ian and Pat Dawson. These bursaries commemorate the contributions of two contrasting but equally inspirational history educators. Jim Shields was an outstanding classroom teacher throughout his career in Liverpool where Ian...

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