The European Association for Banking and Financial History e.V.

The European Association for Banking History e.V. was founded in November 1990 as a forum for research into banking history. Within a short time it had developed into an internationally recognised organisation, highly respected for its work in the field of banking history and archives. In recognition of its contribution to promoting banking history, the Association was awarded the European Culture Prize in 2001.

In more recent times, the EABH has broadened its scope of activities in order to fully incorporate financial history. In reflection of this objective, the name of the Association was officially changed on 28th May 2004 to the European Association for Banking & Financial History e.V., while the well established acronym and logo will remain. This was a necessary yet very much welcomed response to the modern business environment, which has fostered the development of hybrid corporations offering a complete portfolio of traditionally distinct financial services.

The EABH extended its objectives accordingly, aiming to promote dialogue between European bankers and financiers, academics and archivists, and providing a network for the exchange of ideas and experiences within the interrelated fields of banking and financial history.

More than 80 banks from 27 European countries are members of the EABH, and, in line with the Association's recent development, financial institutions are now a welcome addition to its members. The EABH is a non-profit organisation and relies on the support of its members. Advantages of being a member of the EABH include complimentary copies of publications focusing on banking and financial history, free participation in workshops, and access to our academic and archival resources.