The Conference on Latin American History
Founded 1926 — a century in the making
Where historians of the Caribbean and Latin America gather.
The CLAH is a professional association devoted to encourage the diffusion of knowledge about the Caribbean and Latin America through fostering the study and improving the teaching of Latin American history. The CLAH is a non-political, autonomous, incorporated, tax-exempt, and non-profit society affiliated with the American Historical Association, although membership in the AHA is not a prerequisite for joining the CLAH.
Our Purpose
— The Conference on Latin American History, est. 1926
A century of scholarship, mentorship, and community
Statement on Academic Freedom
The Conference on Latin American History (CLAH) unequivocally supports the freedom of scholars to research and teach in their areas of expertise, even if what they say may challenge the ideology of a country’s current leadership.
1926
Founded & affiliated with the AHA
100+
Years advancing the field
20+
Awards, prizes & fellowships
Global
Members across the hemispheres
Annual Dues
Membership is open to everyone with an interest in the Caribbean and Latin American history.
01
Professional
Tenured and Tenure Track-Faculty, researchers & working historians
$100
02
Residing in the Caribbean or Latin America
Reduced rate for Members based in the region
$50
03
Retired
For Emeritus and Retired members
$60
04
Student & Non-Tenure Track
Graduate students, Contingent Faculty, K-12 Educators
$25
05
Lifetime Membership
$1,400
Membership is obtained by filling out the membership form and paying the annual dues.