Founded in 1933 as the American Military History Foundation—later renamed the American Military Institute in 1939 and, in 1990, the Society for Military History—the Society is dedicated to fostering and advancing the study of military history.
Today, with more than 3,200 members, the Society brings together some of the world’s most distinguished scholars, soldiers, and citizens with a shared interest in the field.
The Society is guided by its constitution and led by officers and trustees who meet annually to determine policy, procedures, and strategic direction. Our regional coordinators facilitate and support Society activities worldwide, and our various committees make the Society the vibrant organization that it is.
Our members include leading researchers and practitioners across all eras of military history. Their work is featured in books, articles, policy papers and presentations that reach a global audience, but nothing comes close to the Society's Annual Meeting for sheer exposure to the latest research. These gatherings are both intellectually stimulating and collegial, and we warmly invite you to join us.
2026 Conference pricing
• ATTENDEE PRICING •
Member
Early-bird pricing: $299
Prior to 2/21/26
Regular pricing: $329
On and after 2/21/26
Non-Member
Early-bird pricing: $349
Prior to 2/21/26
Regular pricing: $379
On and after 2/21/26
Student
Early-bird pricing: $119
Prior to 2/21/26
Regular pricing: $149
On and after 2/21/26
1-Day Pass
One Day Pass: $99
• EXHIBITOR PRICING •
Exhibitor Single Booth
Standard exhibitor: $1,100
Non-profit university publishers: $990
Government agencies & non-profit government historical societies: $880
Exhibitor Double Booth
Standard exhibitor: $2,200
Non-profit organization: $1,980
Government agencies & non-profit government historical societies: $1,760
Additional Exhibitor Attendee
Additional exhibitor representative: $150
Maximum of two additional exhibitor representatives.
• ADDITIONAL PRICING •
Additional Purchase Options
Awards Luncheon Ticket: $50
Printed Conference Program: $12
SMH Lapel Pin: $6
Previous Exhibitors
Meet the publishers and organizations that bring history to life at the SMH Conference.
Take a look at our typical exhibitors and get ready to connect, explore, and be inspired!
| AM | Cambridge University Press | Casemate Publishers |
| Cornell University Press | De Gruyter Brill | McFarland Publishing |
| National Cemetery Administration | Naval History & Heritage Command | Osprey Publishing Ltd |
| Schiffer Publishing | Society for Military History | Strategy & Tactics Press |
| Texas A&M University Press | The Scholar's Choice | United States Naval Institute |
| University of Alabama Press | University of Missouri Press | University of Nebraska Press |
| University of North Carolina Press | University of Oklahoma Press | University Press of Kansas |
| U.S. Army Center of Military History | West Point Press |
BOOK YOUR HOTEL ROOM
Click here to make your reservation at the Crystal Gateway Marriott
ROOM RATE: $199/single or double
LAST DATE TO BOOK: March 10, 2026
You can book online using the hotel link above, or you can call the Crystal Gateway Marriott at 800-393-3680 and request to book your room for the Society for Military History Meeting. Please be advised that rooms will fill up quickly, and we strongly recommend securing your accommodations as early as possible, as rooms may sell out prior to March 10, 2026.
All reservations must be accompanied by a first night room deposit or guaranteed with a major credit card. Hotel will not hold any reservations unless secured with payment.