These resources provide historical background on the Presbyterian and Reformed traditions in America. From a timeline to a denominational family tree to resources on Heritage and Reformation Sunday and our Living History film series, History Online is a great place to start researching topics remotely, for use by individuals, classes, or congregations.
PHS creates a variety of exhibits for you to discover and enjoy. View them online, print them out, or borrow one to display at your church.
Online Exhibits [2]
You don't have to visit PHS in person to access great information on Presbyterian and Reformed history.
Timeline of Presbyterian History [7]
Family Tree of Presbyterian Denominations [8]
Living History Films [10]
Heritage Sunday [11]
Reformation Sunday [12]
Honored Names [13]
PHS has prepared resources on Topics of Note, highlighting pivotal moments in the life of the church.
Presbyterians and Civil Rights [15]
Presbyterians in Times of Controversy [16]
Communion Tokens [18]
Presbyterians and the Civil War [19]
Confession of 1967 [20]
The Journal of Presbyterian History [22] is published in the Spring and Fall, and available in print or electronic format.
Presbyterian Heritage [23] is a print newsletter shared each Spring and Fall.
Our Annual Report [23] is published in the Spring together with Presbyterian Heritage.
The Blog [24] features articles, news, and tidbits of historical note.
PHS Matters [25] is the Society's monthly e-newsletter.
Our latest brochure [26] highlights our mission, collections, and services.
Recent Works by Our Researchers [27] is a select list of publications by researchers who have used the Society’s collections.