The Conference on Latin American History
Founded 1926 — a century in the making
Where historians of Latin America gather.
A community of scholars, educators, and students-advancing the study and teaching of Latin America’s past. It is a non-political, autonomous, incorporated, tax-exempt, and non-profit society affiliated with the American Historical Association.
Our Purpose
— The Conference on Latin American History, est. 1926
A century of scholarship, teaching, and friendship —
and just beginning.
About CLAH
A Scholarly Community
Devoted to Latin America’s Past.
The Conference on Latin American History encourages the diffusion of knowledge about Latin America — fostering research, improving the teaching of its history, and connecting a generous, international community of historians across every career stage.
1926
Founded & affiliated with the AHA
100+
Years advancing the field
20+
Awards, prizes & fellowships
Global
Members across the hemisphere
Annual Dues
Room at the Table, Whoever You Are
Membership is open to everyone with an interest in Latin American history.
01
Professional
Faculty, researchers & working historians
$100
02
Residing in Latin America or the Caribbean
Reduced rate for members based in the region
$50
03
Retired
For emeritus and retired members
$60
04
Student & Non-Tenure Track
Graduate students, adjunct & contingent faculty
$25
05
Lifetime Membership
A one-time gift that sustains the Conference into its second century
$25
Membership is obtained by filling out the membership form and paying the annual dues.