From Our Archives
Read about people and events in the modern-day history of Jehovah’s Witnesses.
Historical Overview
Our History—Conventions
Learn about the history of large assemblies and conventions held by Jehovah’s Witnesses.
Our History—Circuit Overseers
Thousands of circuit overseers provide encouragement to Jehovah’s Witnesses around the world. See how this work got started, and look for ways you can be of support to them.
Our History—Theocratic Building Work
Learn why Jehovah’s Witnesses are constructing thousands of buildings around the world.
Our History—Teaching Through Film and Video
Learn about the history of how Jehovah’s Witnesses have produced films and videos for more than 100 years.
Our History—The Gift of Song, Part 1
Learn about the history of music, including singing, and the role it has played for Jehovah’s Witnesses in their worship.
Our History—The Gift of Song, Part 2
Learn about the various songbooks used by Jehovah’s Witnesses in their worship over the past century.
1931 to Present
The Governing Body Preserves Unity—Part 1
How does the Governing Body of Jehovah’s Witnesses maintain a strong bond with the worldwide brotherhood?
The Governing Body Preserves Unity—Part 2
How has the Governing Body of Jehovah’s Witnesses promoted unity among the worldwide brotherhood?
Our History—Preaching in ‘Every Tongue’
Learn how Jehovah’s Witnesses use technology to produce printed and digital literature in more than 1,000 languages.