Why CHCs should join
the Alliance for Texas History
The Alliance for Texas History was formed by and exists for those who believe that history is about discovery, dialogue, and the pursuit of understanding through evidence, critical analysis, and honest debate. As an institutional member, your CHC will be welcomed, respected, and engaged in a cohesive professional community of scholars and public historians. In addition to the value we provide to all members, additional benefits tailored to county historical commissions include:
Be permanently featured on our www.atxh.org website on an “Every Story Counts” page with your “Story Card” and a link to your county’s primary history page. The story of Texas has 254 chapters.
Be included in an email to our contacts and members explaining “What our county adds to the Texas story,” with 2-3 images, a 75-word narrative, and hyperlinks to local resources.
Access to our Member Directory that provides tools for you to search for historians based on their interests and expertise, and to email them to connect.
Be part of a focus group on future projects focused on local histories and historical markers.
Support our annual selection of a historical organization as our “Regional History Spotlight” at our annual conference.
Access to our digital publication, the Journal of Texas History, our Texas History News feature, and regular updates on projects and programs.
Institutional memberships for CHCs are based on the size of your county and allow for multiple individuals to represent your organization as members.
If your County Historical Commission becomes an institutional member by April 1, 2026, we will extend your membership for an additional 6 months! You’ll be ready to participate in our annual conference in Fort Worth in May, meet new colleagues, and join our effort to ensure that every Texas story matters.
Choose an institutional membership level to match your level of support.
Guide | $ 500, 4 members
Partner | $ 350, 2 members
Supporter | $ 200, 1 member