OCTOBER
7
THURSDAY |
5:30 | VIRTUAL PROGRAM
An Introduction to Disability History Beth Linker, University of Pennsylvania; Kim E. Nielsen, University of Toledo; and Rabia Belt, Stanford Law School
Moderated by Naomi Rogers, Yale School of Medicine
This conversation will aim to orient us in the field of disability history and serve to lay the groundwork for subsequent conversations in this series. How is disability used as an analytical tool in historical inquiry? Why is it important to center disability as a defining social category, like race, class, gender, and sexuality? How have definitions of disability varied through history, and what have been the social and cultural impacts of this shifting understanding? This conversation will present a brief history of the field and examine the foundational and emerging scholarship through a moderated, roundtable discussion with our panelists. Throughout October, we will host a series of programs, seminars, and workshops exploring the field of disability history. Learn more at www.masshist.org/disability. Note on accessibility: All virtual programs in this series will be in English and will have closed captioning enabled through Zoom. Most of the programs will be recorded and will be available on YouTube and our website at a later time. If you have questions, please contact programs@masshist.org. To reserve: This is an online program. Please register at www.masshist.org/events.
OCTOBER
9
SATURDAY |
11:00 & 2:00 | WALKING TOUR
OCTOBER PROGRAM DESCRIPTIONS
Founded in 1791, the MHS is an invaluable resource for American history, life, and culture. Our extraordinary collections tell the story of America through millions of rare and unique documents, artifacts, and irreplaceable national treasures. Please check the website for updates and, once registered, your e-mail before attending the program.
Opening Our Doors The MHS will join its neighboring cultural institutions for a day of free history, art, music, and cultural happenings in the Fenway neighborhood. With over 20 different museums, venues, colleges, and organizations participating, there will be something for everyone. At 11:00 AM and again at 2:00 PM MHS staff members will lead a walking tour of the Fenway neighborhood. Tours will last approximately 90 minutes. Registration is required. Participants should meet at the front door of the MHS (1154 Boylston Street, Boston 02215). The 2:00 PM tour is sold out. To reserve: Please register at www.masshist.org/events. 7
