The Largest
History of Science Society
in the World
The History of Science Society’s annual meeting hosts over 700 of the world’s most dedicated experts in the history of science. Sponsorship offers an excellent occasion to reach historians, philosophers, and sociologists of science; scientists; graduate students; archivists; librarians; government historians; and other professionals. A wide variety of exhibition, advertising, and sponsorship opportunities are listed below. We are also open to additional initiatives.
Levels of Support
The following benefits correspond to the sponsorship, advertising, and exhibition opportunities as listed below.
Ptolemy
($500–$999)
Benefits
Acknowledgment on HSS meeting website
Personalized sponsor page on meeting website. See an example.
Links to organization's social media pages
Promotion of up to three titles or other products
Rosalind Franklin
($1,000–$1,499)
Benefits
Everything in Ptolemy
Complimentary registration for one
Acknowledgment in the printed and digital program
Albert Einstein
($1,500-$2,499)
Benefits
Everything in Franklin
Complimentary registration for two
Acknowledgment in the HSS Newsletter (July 2019)
Branded signage at the meeting
Charles Darwin
($2,500+)
Benefits
Everything in Einstein
Complimentary exhibition table
Promotion on HSS Twitter and Facebook
HSS Book Exhibit
Photo by Chris Lawton on Unsplash
- Centrally hosted in Drift 21 at Utrecht University, the HSS Book Exhibit is the epicenter of the annual meeting. Attendees gather at the book exhibit to meet with other colleagues, peruse the latest in history of science scholarship, or to take a break from sessions.
- Over 88% of our 700 attendees actively visit the book exhibit, and over 35% of them will purchase at least one book.
- Scholars from around the world will use this opportunity to meet with editors and to browse your display.
- Historians of science read widely in many disciplines and have diverse interests.
- The meeting will offer numerous opportunities to speak with potential authors and meeting attendees.
- Mid-morning and mid-afternoon coffee breaks will be set up in the exhibit area to encourage browsing.
Drift 21, location of the HSS Book Exhibit
2019 Pricing
- First Table: $400
- Second Table: $300
- Additional Tables (each): $250
- Table Dimensions: 120 x 80 x 76 cm
- 1 complimentary registration per table (maximum of 2 total)
- Deadline: 1 May 2019
Collective Book Exhibit (CBE)
Don't need an entire table? Ship your titles to Utrecht to be exhibited individually at HSS 2019.
- First Title: $75
- Second Title: $50
- Additional Titles (each): $40
- Titles must arrive in Utrecht by 19 July 2019
Advertisement
Program
HSS 2018 Program Description
Published in print and digitally, attendees have reported that the meeting program is their most cherished conference resource. Promote your product or event as they peruse the program
2019 Pricing
Interior Page: $275
Inside Cover: $400
Size: 4.25" x 7"
Format: High-Resolution PDF
Deadline: 15 May 2019
Newsletter
HSS Newsletter January 2019 Description
Published on hssonline.org, emailed to our 1800 members, and shared via HSS social media, a newsletter ad allows you to reach anyone interested in science history. See the latest issue.
2019 Pricing
Full-Page Ad (9" x 7.5"): $500
Vertical Half-Page Ad (4.5" x 5.5"): $300
Quarter-Page Ad (3" x 5"): $150
Deadline for July Newsletter: 1 June 2019
Order by 1 March 2019 and ad will run in April Newsletter free of charge!
Website
HSS Meeting Website Banner Description
Projected to reach over 20,000 pageviews, greet our attendees with your customized banner ad on our meeting website
2019 Pricing
1000px x 200px banner, appearing just after the fold with custom URL: $800
Ad will be live from time of reception until meeting's conclusion (27 July 2019)
Packet Inserts
HSS 2019 Packet Inserts Description
All 700+ attendees will receive your promotional materials when checking in to the meeting
2019 Pricing
(1) packet insert to be included with registration materials: $475
Inserts must fit within a 9" x 12" envelope or folder
Organization must ship inserts to arrive at meeting location no later than 19 July 2019
Branded Lanyards
2019 Branded Lanyards Description
Stand out at our annual meeting by sponsoring customized lanyards, branded with your company name and logo. These lanyards hold the name badges that our attendees brandish with gusto.
2019 Pricing
Branded Lanyards: $850
Deadline: 15 March 2019
Branded Folders
2019 Branded Folders Description
Help deliver our meeting materials in style! These customized folders will feature your company name and logo, with the addition of any other information you would like to communicate. Every attendee will receive this folder upon check in.
2019 Pricing
Branded Folders: $1200
Deadline: 15 March 2019
Sponsorship
Coffee Break
Photo by Merlene Goulet on Unsplash Description
After the investigation of science history, our attendees are most passionate and vocal about coffee (and tea). Fuel these scholars’ minds by sponsoring a coffee break at the 2019 annual meeting. Attendees will be forever grateful.
Pricing & Info
Coffee Break Sponsorship: $500+
Sponsors enjoy all Ptolemy-Level Benefits, including acknowledgment on HSS meeting website, personalized sponsor page on meeting website, and more
Deadline: 15 May 2019
HSS Women’s Caucus Breakfast
Photo by Brooke Lark on Unsplash Description
Established in 1973, the HSS Women’s Caucus was founded to evaluate and improve the continuing status of women in the history of science. HSS provides assistance for the breakfasts, especially so that students can attend without cost
Pricing & Info
WC Breakfast Sponsorship: $500+
Reception sponsors enjoy all Ptolemy-Level Benefits, including acknowledgment on HSS meeting website, personalized sponsor page on meeting website, and more
Deadline: 15 May 2019
Graduate Student Mixer
Mixer Flyer 2018 Description
Provide graduate students, comprising some 20% of attendees, a chance to meet colleagues from around the world
Pricing & Info
Mixer Sponsorship: $500+
Reception sponsors enjoy all Ptolemy-Level Benefits, including acknowledgment on HSS meeting website, personalized sponsor page on meeting website, and more
Deadline: 15 May 2019
Reception
HSS 2018 Reception Description
After a long (but enjoyable!) day of papers, attendees look forward to the food and festivities of our meeting reception. Help welcome them to this event by sponsoring it.
Pricing & Info
Reception Sponsorship: $2,000
Reception sponsors enjoy all Einstein-Level Benefits, including branded signage, complimentary registration for two, and more
Deadline: 15 May 2019
Support the History of Science Society
Exhibit, advertise or Sponsor an event at HSS 2019. Reach preeminent international Scholars and institutions by booking today. Our online ordering system is quick and easy to use, and we're always reachable by clicking the Contact Us link above.
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