The Division of Information Technology and Society was created as part of a reorganization of the National Museum of American History in 1995. The Division dedicates its collections and scholarship to a broader understanding of information technologies and their role in American history.

Staff members have included Elizabeth M. Harris, Curator Emeritus, 1994-1999; David K. Allison, Curator, 1995- ; Helena Wright, Curator, 1995- ; Elvira E. Clain-Stefanelli, Curator, 1995- ; Richard G. Doty, Curator, 1995- ; Jon B. Eklund, Curator, 1995- ; Bernard S. Finn, Curator, 1995- ; and Paul Forman, Curator, 1995- .