Berks at the AHA
The Berkshire Conference of Women Historians is delighted to sponsor affiliate panels at the upcoming AHA Annual Meeting in Chicago, Illinois January 8-11, 2026 in conjunction with the Coordinating Council on Women’s History (CCWH). As affiliate partners of the AHA, the Berks and CCWH will host a variety of panels related to the history of women, genders, and sexuality as well as a Saturday afternoon plenary, dance, and reception.
See our full affiliate panel schedule here: https://aha.confex.com/aha/2026/webprogram/Symposium3768.html.
We are pleased to feature Dr. Lina-Maria Murillo who will present on her recent book, “Fighting for Control: Power, Reproductive Care, and Race in the U.S. Mexico Borderlands,” as a featured plenary from 3:30-5:00pm on Saturday, January 10 followed by a reception and dance. Watch for more updates on our socials in the coming months.
Histories of Reproductive Justice for Fascist Times
Co-Sponsored by the Berks and CCWH
Saturday, January 10, 3:30-5:00
Monroe Room (Palmer House, 6th Floor)
Berkshire Conference of Women Historians Dance with DJ Tess
Co-Sponsored by the Berks, CCWH, and the LGBTQ+ History Association
Saturday, January 10, 6:30-9:30pm
Adams Room (Palmer House 6th Floor)
Get ready to celebrate! The Berks, CCWH, and the LGTBQ+ History Association will host a lively dance and reception open to all—members and non-members alike. This event promises great music, good company, and the perfect chance to connect, unwind, and learn more about three organizations in a fun, welcoming atmosphere.
Image of from Little Berks Dance, 2009