From H-DC:
The D.C. Historical Studies Conference has issued a call for individual papers and panel proposals for its 39th Annual Conference to be held October 18-21, 2012. The conference also welcomes proposals on:
• producer talks/viewings of new films
• walking tours
• author talks on new books
• practical workshops on research or material preservation.
The D.C. Historical Studies Conference brings together scholars, students, and interested members of the public for a lively consideration of all things D.C. All topics related to the history of metropolitan Washington, D.C., including nearby Maryland and Virginia, as well as the federal government, are welcome.
SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS: Deadline May 1, 2012
Individual: Submit an abstract of your paper, including your professional title and institutional affiliation (if applicable), contact information (email), and audio-visual/IT equipment needs.
Panel: Submit a brief description of the session with role/topic of each panelist, professional titles and institutional affiliations (if applicable), contact information for the panel organizer/primary contact, and audio-visual/IT equipment needs.
Please email proposals to the conference committee at dchistoricalstudies@gmail.com