Archives

Archives
Eastern Mass. has a rich history in Alcoholics Anonymous. We preserve our archives so we can share that history with alcoholics who come after us.
The mission of Alcoholics Anonymous in Area 30 Archives is to permanently document the work of Area 30 and its Districts, to make the history of the organization accessible to A.A. members and other researchers, and to provide a context for understanding Alcoholics Anonymous’ progression, principles, and traditions.
“Whenever a society or civilization perishes there is always one condition present; they forgot where they came from.”
– Carl Sanburg
Archives Committee
The Archives Committee is charged with collecting, preserving and presenting materials of historical interest to Alcoholics Anonymous. We invite you to join us as we continue our efforts to discover and celebrate the history of AA in Eastern Massachusetts.
Responsibilities
- Sorting, filing, and preserving documents already collected and held in storage
- Gathering and cataloging additions as they arrive.
- Reaching out to Districts, and other groups in Area 30, with news and views of our service work and encouraging them to preserve their respective Archives
- Recording Group – and Individual – histories, before it’s too late; and
sharing our Archives with you – so that we can “trudge the road” together.
Activities
The mission of Alcoholics Anonymous in Area 30 Archives is to permanently document the work of Area 30 and its Districts, to make the history of the organization accessible to A.A. members and other researchers, and to provide a context for understanding Alcoholics Anonymous’ progression, principles and traditions.
Archives Committee Meeting
The Area 30 Archives Committee meets at 7:00pm on the 3rd Thursday every month virtually. (see area Calendar)
Come and help us keep Area 30's history alive.
All AA members are welcome to attend.
Contact Archives
To get in touch with the Archives Committee please email: archives@aaemass.org or please fill out the form below. We will get back to you soon as possible.
How can we Help?
Contact Area 30 Archives Committee with any questions and we will get back to you as soon as possible.
- archives@aaemass.org
- 7:30pm 3rd Thursday of the Month
- St. John's Church, 80 Mt. Auburn St. Waterown

Quick Menu

Calendar
See Area 30 Eastern Mass. Upcoming Events and Committee Meetings.

Contact Us
Contact us and see the full list of our officers and committee members.

Contributions
Contribute to Area 30 as a member, group or district. Help support vital 12-step work in our Area.

Resources
See our resources and useful Alcoholics Anonymous links.