Call For Papers

2023 Circus Historical Society Convention

August 24 to 27 – Bloomington-Normal, IL

 

We invite proposals for in-person (no Zoom) presentations on any subject related to circus history, including the careers of performers and other circus people, business, logistics, show history, circus acts, animals, and other related topics. 

Presentation slots of 20 minutes and 40 minutes, including time for questions, are available. 

How to submit a proposal:

Please send a short paragraph about the subject of your proposed presentation to the email below. Make sure to tell us if you are requesting a 20 minute or 40 minute presentation slot.  Also include a short biography (up to 100 words), your mobile phone number, and any audio-visual requirements you will need beyond a microphone and lectern. For example, do you plan to display images or a PowerPoint presentation?  Will you need to play video or music during parts of your presentation?

Proposals should be emailed to: katvecchio@gmail.com

Deadline for submission: May 15, 2023

Click here to register for the convention.

Note: While we will do our best to accommodate all proposals, there are a limited number of time slots available. Please consider submitting your proposal soon! Proposals cannot be considered after the deadline.