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The AARHMS
The American Academy of Research Historians of Medieval Spain produces a newsletter twice a year. Membership information, archives, and reviews are provided at the site.

The Arizona Center for Medieval and Renaissance Studies
The Center seeks to coordinate and stimulate the interdisciplinary exploration of Medieval and Renaissance culture. Website includes a hyperlinked list of its programs, publications and online resources.

Castle Studies Group
CSG aims to promote the study of castles through a wide variety of means. Membership is open to amateurs and professionals and includes a subscription to their newsletter.

Tha Engliscan Gesithas
This society is devoted to all aspects of the study of the Anglo-Saxon period in Britain. The growing website includes original articles and a bibliography as well as membership information.

The European Templar Heritage Research Network
This federation of scholars and research groups promotes historical investigation into the Templar era (1118-1312 AD) and encourages the preservation of authentic Templar sites.

The Haskins Society
An international scholarly organization dedicated to the study of Viking, Anglo-Saxon, Anglo-Norman, and early Angevin history. Website includes information on publications, the Bethell Prize, how to join the society, and a directory of members.

The International Center of Medieval Art
The Center seeks to promote the study of the visual arts of the Middle Ages in Europe. The website includes information on membership, publications, events, conferences, newsletters, and their journal GESTA.

International Marie de France Society
The mission of the Society is to establish friendly and productive exchanges between persons interested in Marie de France and the anonymous lays. The site provides membership information, links to online texts and resources for studies related to Marie.

International Society of Anglo-Saxonists
The goal of the Society is to further all aspects of Anglo-Saxon Studies; meetings are held every other year. The site has information concerning membership, projects, conferences, and past and upcoming meetings.

The New Chaucer Society
The purpose of the NCS is to provide a forum for teachers and scholars of Geoffrey Chaucer and his age. An application for membership, information on the latest congress, and a telnet-accessible bibliography are available at the site.

The Oxford Arthurian Society
The Society's purpose is to explore the figure of King Arthur in history, literature and legend. Its site includes membership info and an extensive link page.

The Plymouth State College Medieval Society
The PCS was founded to study the people, culture and history of the Middle Ages. The site has a lot of info, including a calendar of events, photos, a list of medieval movies, and more.

The Renaissance Society of America
The RSA focuses on interdisciplinary study of the late medieval, Renaissance and early modern periods. Their website includes information on membership, publications, and online resources.

The Richard III Society
The society promotes historical research into the Richard's life and times with an aim to reassess and distribute relevant historical materials. The site includes membership info and a wealth of online resources for further study.

The Richard III Society (Australian Branch)
Research, articles, social activities, meeting dates, and more.

The Richard III Society of Canada
In addition to society and membership information, this site provides materials on Richard, the princes in the tower, the battle of Bosworth, and more.

The Society of Archer-Antiquaries
The society aims to further the study of the development of the bow and arrow in all parts of the world from prehistoric times to the present day.

Society for the History of Medieval Technology and Science
SHMTS aims to promote, popularize and contribute to the study of the technology and science of the Middle Ages (European, Islamic, and Asian).

The Society for Ming Studies
Information about both the society and its journal is posted here. Webpage includes background on the society, how to subscribe to the journal, and calls for information and feedback.

Society for the Promotion of Byzantine Studies
The society aims to further study and knowledge of the history,culture, language and literature of the Byzantine Empire and its neighbours. The site includes extensive book lists.

The Society for the Study of the Crusades and the Latin East
An organization of scholars interested in studying and understanding the crusade movement along with its effects on society then, and afterward.

South Central Renaissance Conference
The conference is "an interdisciplinary association of Renaissance scholars." The site provides meeting minutes, newsletter info and conference news, in addition to contact and membership information.

The Texas Medieval Association
TEMA encourages medievalists of all levels of expertise to join the association; meetings are held annually. Much helpful information is available at the site, including a guide to preparing conference papers.

Western Michigan University Medieval Institute
The Institute pioneered the first Master of Arts in medieval studies at a state-supported university, administers the academic programs at WMU, and fosters significant research through: the International Congress on Medieval Studies, publications and research activities.

The Viking Age Club
An association of individuals interested in the authentic history of Vikings and Scandinavia. The website offers articles and information on upcoming events.

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