After careful deliberation, the American Historical Association (AHA) has determined that it will be impossible to hold its annual meeting in Seattle from January 7–10, 2021, as originally planned. The best available information from public health authorities and medical experts suggests that the global health crisis will not be sufficiently resolved by January. Therefore, the AHA has concluded that canceling the face-to-face meeting is necessary to maintain the health and safety of its members, staff, and the public.
While there will be no possibility to connect in person, the AHA staff is preparing a variety of web-based programming over the next 10 months to continue to bring together communities.