The annual Spring meeting of the New England Historical Association will be held at Westfield State University in Westfield, Massachusetts on Saturday, April 26, 2025.
Program arranged by NEHA Vice President Tom Balcerski; Local Arrangements by Nicholas Aieta.
ONLINE REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN at our secure registration/membership portal.
The meeting will feature 11 panels, plus a Lunch and Learn plenary session, announcement of spring election results, and awarding the Graduate and Undergraduate NEHA Paper Prizes.
Preliminary Conference Program
Registration is REQUIRED for all conference participants, including panelists, panel chairs and commentators. Pre-registration is strongly recommended by April 5 to assist our planning. Preregistration is discounted. Although same-day registration at the conference is possible beginning at 8:30 am on April 26, luncheon seating may be limited.
Information for Conference Participants
Location and Directions
The conference will take place on the first floor of Ely Campus Center at Westfield State University, 577 Western Avenue, Westfield, MA 01085.
Instructions for Panelists
Please remember to send your papers and a brief bio to your chairs as early as possible so they might have time to review them with care. Panels are 90 minutes in duration. Chairs should introduce the panelists and their papers. Each paper presentation should last no more than twenty minutes. If there is a panel commentator, they should speak for no more than ten minutes to leave time for a general discussion involving the audience. Session rooms will be equipped with internet-connected computer workstation and projector. If you will need additional equipment, please notify in advance the program chair, Tom Balcerski.
Conference Schedule at a Glance
8:30 – 9:00 am Registration and Continental Breakfast, Ely Campus Center 1st Floor
9:00 – 10:30 am First Morning Sessions
10:30 – 10:45 Break
10:45 – 12:15 Second Morning Sessions
12:30 – 1:30 Lunch and Learn Plenary and Business Meeting
1:45 – 3:15 Afternoon Sessions
Members are invited to bring copies of their own recent publications as well as timely professional literature for display or distribution on our book display table during the morning coffee break. A room is also reserved for quiet space. Luncheon business meeting will feature a Lunch and Learn Plenary session, announcement of NEHA election results, and awarding the Graduate and Undergraduate Paper Prizes.
Meals
Complimentary continental breakfast and a ticketed luncheon buffet will be served on Saturday; please reserve luncheon before April 12 since this facilitates meal planning. Indicate any dietary needs or food allergies when you register.
We look forward to seeing you in April at Westfield!