The Design History Society was founded in 1977 in response to the growth of interest in this subject. The Society works to consolidate design history as a distinct field of study through its journal, newsletter, annual conference and other events. It seeks to encourage the development of a strong design history community within which awareness of new research can be heightened. For this reason we have also established an electronic discussion list--to facilitate the exchange of information, a regional network, a prize for academic scholarship and a number of initiatives for students.