Local Church Records
Baptism and local church membership records are the two most frequently requested materials. The General Commission on Archives and History does not hold such records. In United Methodist practice these... Read More
Search the Archives
Descriptions of the Material at the UM Archives and History Center These inventories (also called finding aids) contain detailed descriptions of the archival research material at the General Commission... Read More
Heritage Landmarks: A Traveler’s Guide to the Most Sacred Places in The United Methodist Church
The Heritage Landmarks of United Methodism remind us of those people and events that have shaped our history. They are tangible reminders of our heritage and their preservation helps keep... Read More
Methodist History Journal
Big changes are in store for for Methodist History, the official historical journal of the United Methodist Church. Since 1962, the year of its inception, it has published articles, book reviews,... Read More
Managing Records of the Annual Conference and Local Church
The General Commission on Archives and History makes these guidelines available to facilitate the planning and creation of retention schedules for your annual conference and local church. They are available... Read More
How To Research Your Family
If you believe your ancestor was a fully-ordained minister or a missionary in the United Methodist tradition and want some genealogical information then please feel free to fill out our... Read More
Historic Sites
See The Book of Discipline, 1712.1a. An Historic Site is a location or structure associated with an event, development, or personality deemed of strong historic significance in the history of... Read More
Ministry of Memory Support
If you would like to support the work of Archives and History you can participate through the UMC Development Center. To see a video created by the... Read More
Heritage Sunday 2022
The theme for Heritage Sunday 2022 is “Splits, Separations, and Reconciliations.” Read More
Five Grants, Awards, and Scholarships distributed from GCAH
GCAH is pleased to announce the 2022 recipients of five awards, grants, and scholarships. Read More