Join the Leading Community of Copyright Experts & Innovators. Join Today The Journal of the Copyright Society 2026 Annual Meeting Explore by topic All Topics The 1976 Act @ 50 A retrospective on the most influential U.S. copyright statute of the modern era. This collection revisits the Act’s history, impact, and continuing relevance. AI & Copyright Focused conversations on artificial intelligence, authorship, and ownership. Explore how the creative and legal communities are responding to rapid technological change. Preservation Explore the role of libraries, archivists, and cultural stewards in maintaining access to creative works. This collection highlights how preservation efforts intersect with copyright. Copyright + Photography Photography sits at the crossroads of art, technology, and law. This collection showcases issues around originality, reproduction, and creative control. In the Classroom Content designed for students, educators, and those new to copyright. Discover approachable articles, student notes, and discussions that support learning and teaching. Keeping Up With Copyright A running editorial series capturing timely updates, commentary, and ongoing conversations within the society and the broader copyright community. Programming Subcommittees Artificial Intelligence Subcommittee Audiovisual Subcommittee Copyright Adjacent Subcommittee Copyright Fundamentals Subcommittee International Subcommittee Literary & Publishing Subcommittee Music Subcommittee Software, Digital Games and New Media Subcommittee Visual & Fine Arts Subcommittee Copyright 24/7 We know copyright and if you do too (or want to), this is your organization. We are a diverse community of copyright, entertainment, and intellectual property professionals, and there are a number of ways to interact and get involved with the group. Sponsorship Opportunities As a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization established in 1953, The Copyright Society is devoted to advancing the study and understanding of copyright law. Our annual sponsors are instrumental in allowing us to provide programming on leading issues in intellectual property and unparalleled networking events. Become A Sponsor Publish with us Our peer-reviewed journal is the leading U.S. law review exclusively devoted to the subject of copyright law. It is a resource for practitioners and scholars, alike, on copyright hot topics and the history of the field. The Journal Explore Our Media Library As a valued member of The Copyright Society, you have exclusive access to our extensive media library of program recordings and materials. Media Library Upcoming Programs & Events View All Events 2026 Annual Meeting Jun 14 → Jun 16 The Copyright Office as a Legislative Agency Apr 16 Using Copyrighted Works: Licensing, Assignments, and other Paths Forward Apr 24 Press Start: Copyright Law and the Rise of Video Games, Part 1 May 19 01 / 04 From the Journal HEADACHES IN PERPETUITY: THE COLLISION BETWEEN COPYRIGHT LAW AND STATUTORY PROTECTIONS FOR CULTURAL HERITAGE Scott Martin Volume 73, Issue 1 THE COPYRIGHT ACT NEVER GOES OUT OF FASHION David Nimmer Volume 73, Issue 1 A BRIEF HISTORY OF COPYRIGHT REVISION Justin Hughes , Molly Shaffer Van Houweling , Eric Schwartz Volume 73, Issue 1 AUTHORSHIP NONESENSE Jessica Litman Volume 73, Issue 1 REFLECTIONS ON THE USE AND MISUSE OF ECONOMIC ANALYSIS IN COPYRIGHT Glynn S. Lunney, Jr. Volume 73, Issue 1 HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE FOR COPYRIGHT LAW TO CATCH UP WITH TECHNOLOGY? SOME DATA POINTS FROM THE MUSIC INDUSTRY Bill Rosenblatt , Howie Singer Volume 73, Issue 1
