University of Oxford · Est. for history lovers
Oxford History Society
Talks by leading historians, inter-college socials, and a warm community for anyone who loves the past.
NoticeOur Trinity termcard will be posted in early October.
About the Society
Bringing history to life across Oxford.
The Oxford History Society brings together everyone who loves the past. From talks by leading historians to inter-college socials, we're a home for history students and history lovers alike.
Academic
Talks by leading historians, panels, and discussions that reach beyond the reading list.
Social
Inter-college pub quizzes, bar crawls, and dinners — history is better in good company.
Welfare
Prelims advice picnics and caffeinated study sessions to see you through term.
What's on
Upcoming events
Our termcard will be posted soon. Follow us on Instagram @oxhistorysociety for the latest.
Windows into Oxford's past
A society steeped in history.
The city we study in is a living archive. Hover over — or tap — each engraving for a glimpse of its story.
The Sheldonian Theatre · 1664–1669
Sir Christopher Wren's first major commission, funded by Archbishop Gilbert Sheldon. It is the University's ceremonial hall — degrees are still conferred here today.
The Bodleian Library · opened 1602
Founded by Sir Thomas Bodley, the 'Boduleian' is one of the oldest libraries in Europe and a legal deposit library — entitled to a copy of every book published in Britain.
Magdalen College Tower · completed 1509
The Great Tower stands over the River Cherwell. Every May Morning, the college choir sings from its top at 6am to crowds gathered on Magdalen Bridge below.
The Committee 2026/2027
Run by history students, for history students.
President
Arielle Trakhtenberg
St Anne's College
Secretary
Kaelyn Jones
St Hilda's College
Treasurer
David Percival
Hertford College
Join the Oxford History Society
Open to every member of the University — history students and history lovers alike. Membership takes a minute.
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