Become a Member Today!
The Association for Documentary Editing (ADE) is a vibrant community of scholars, editors, educators, and students dedicated to preserving, interpreting, and sharing historical documents. By becoming a member, you’ll gain access to a wealth of resources, professional support, and opportunities to connect with others who share your passion for documentary editing.
Who Should Join?
Documentary editors at every career stage
Archivists, librarians, and public historians
Graduate students and early-career scholars
Anyone interested in the preservation and interpretation of historical records
Benefits of Membership
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Professional Community
Connect with leading editors, historians, and scholars engaged in documentary editing and related fields. -
Annual Meeting & Networking
Attend the ADE Annual Meeting at reduced rates, where you can participate in panels, workshops, and conversations shaping the field. -
Educational Resources
Access training materials, webinars, and publications that support both new and experienced editors in their work. - Member Community Hub
Stay connected through newsletters, discussion forums, and member-only communications.
- Scholarly Journal
Receive Scholarly Editing: The Annual of the Association for Documentary Editing, the peer-reviewed, open-access journal featuring cutting-edge research and editions. -
Career Development
Discover mentoring opportunities, job postings, and collaborative projects that can help advance your career. -
Advocacy & Support
Be part of an organization that promotes best practices, ethical standards, and visibility for documentary editing in the broader humanities
Be Part of the Future of Editing
Joining ADE means supporting the ongoing work of documentary editors worldwide—and ensuring that historical voices remain accessible for generations to come. To start, select a membership level below. Registering for 2 years does provide a small discount.
* If you would prefer mailing your membership payment, a printable application (Word | .pdf) is available.
** If you wish to make a donation, please use our donation form. Please note, donations are tax deductible as charitable gifts to the extent allowed by federal and your respective state tax laws.
1 Year Memberships
Choose your membership level.
Regular – $70
Sustaining – $100
Sponsor – $130
Patron – $250
Benefactor – $500
Retired – $40
Student – $20
2 Year Memberships
Choose your membership level.
Regular – $130
Sustaining – $190
Sponsor – $250
Patron – $490
Benefactor – $990
Retired – $70
Student – $30
