Carolina Lowcountry and Atlantic World

Start making plans to attend the Women in the Ibero-American Atlantic (1500-1800) Conference in Charleston, South Carolina. The host hotel is the Francis Marion Hotel.

The Program in the Carolina Lowcountry and Atlantic World (CLAW) at the College of Charleston is hosting the conference on Women in the Iberian and Latin American Atlantic World.  The conference will take place in Charleston, South Carolina, from February 18 to 20, 2010.  This interdisciplinary conference welcomes papers on Spanish, Portuguese and Latin American history, literature, cultural production, etc.  We hope to examine questions such as: Who were the women that traveled from the Iberian Peninsula to the New World or vice-versa? What ideas did they bring with them? What influence did women who did not physically travel have on the Atlantic world? What role did women play in creating an Atlantic network? What can women’s experience in the Atlantic World tell us about the Atlantic cultural production, literary exchanges, economy, race relations, religion, etc., between 1500 and 1800? 

Logistics:
This conference is meant to be engaging and productive for all participants. The format of the sessions will be roundtable discussion. One month before the conference each participant will submit their completed paper to be posted on a secure site. During the session each participant will be allotted 10 minutes to discuss informally the main points of their paper. There will be a respondent for each session and ample time for discussion.

There is the possibility for a volume of selected papers from the conference to be published in our Carolina Lowcountry and Atlantic World Series by the University of South Carolina Press (for more information see www.sc.edu/uscpress).

For more information, contact the conference coordinator, Dr. Sarah E. Owens (College of Charleston).

Call for Papers (meeting registration is required) CLOSED

 

Registration Open

• Form - Registration for the conference opens September 1, 2010.
• Fees - Refer to registration form
• Cancellation Policy - All registration refund requests must be received in writing by CLAW and postmarked no later than January 5, 2010. You will be refunded fees paid minus a $25.00 processing fee. No refunds will be given after January 5. Requests should be emailed to owenss@cofc.edu or mailed to Sarah Owens, Department of Hispanic Studies, College of Charleston, 66 George Street, Charleston, SC 29424.

Schedule/Program

• At a Glance
• Plenary Speakers
  • Lisa Vollendorf (Professor of Spanish, California State University at Long Beach) "Navigating the Atlantic Divide: Women's Literacy and Education in Iberia and the Americas."
  • Allyson Poska ( Professor of History, University of Mary Washington) "An ocean apart?: Reframing Gender in the Spanish Empire."
  • Bianca Premo (Associate Professor of History, Florida International University) "What's Law Got to Do with It? Love, Gender and Judges in the Spanish Atlantic."

Travel & Accommodations

• Host Hotel - Francis Marion Hotel, Historic Charleston's landmark hotel since 1924. Completely restored and elegantly appointed marble lobby, crown moldings and intricate wrought iron. Across from Marion Square. 230 guest rooms and suites offer spectacular views of Charleston's harbor. On the National Register of Historic Places.
  • Group Code:Ibero-Ameri
• Online Booking Instructions:
  Click on www.francismarioncharleston.com
• Enter arrival and departure dates and click “Check Availability”
• On top of next screen click “Group Block”
• Scroll down, reconfirm dates, enter group code and click “next”
• The room types and rates will display for the group-click “continue” to confirm reservation
• NOTE:  The online group code may not be accepted if the requested reservation contains nights outside the contracted group dates above.  Please call 1-877-756-2121 for personal assistance.
  
• Please book your hotel room before January 18, 2010 to secure the conference rate at $159 (plus tax).
  
  
• Other Area Hotels - There are many choices in the Charleston area. Below is a list of a few close to the college.
  • The Barksdale House Inn
    Built in 1778, just one year prior to the Revolutionary War shifting into South Carolina, Twenty-seven George Street served as the townhouse for the Barksdale family when they were not at their country residence, Youghall Plantation. Now this is a charming historic bed and breakfast within close walking distance to the College of Charleston.
    http://www.barksdalehouse.com/inn.html
  • The Mills House Hotel
    Originally opened in 1853. Conde’ Nast’s Gold List of the “World’s Best Hotels”. With completion of a $10 million opulent restoration in 2006, this boutique hotel offers the quintessential Charleston experience. Step though our landmark arches into the charm of 19th century Charleston. http://www.millshouse.com/
  • Kings Courtyard Inn
    Located in the Historic District, Kings Courtyard Inn offers 41 rooms that surround two inner courtyards. Guests receive afternoon wine and sherry in the lobby. Continental breakfast and newspaper are delivered to the room each morning. Charter member of Historic Hotels of America. http://www.charminginns.com/
  • Charleston Place Hotel
    Historic Charleston's premier hotel features world-class luxury accommodations, a full-service European Spa, a rooftop pool, a private club level, exclusive shops, and award winning dining. Located in the heart of downtown and only steps away from famous homes, museums, and churches.
    http://www.charlestonplace.com/web/ocha/charleston_place.jsp
  • Holiday Inn Historic District
    This luxury hotel combines Old-World elegance with New-World amenities. Features include an outdoor heated pool, concierge and bellman services, on-site parking at a nominal fee, the Battery Grill and Battery Lounge. Walking distance to historic homes, attractions, shopping and restaurants. http://www.charlestonhotel.com/
    
    
    
• Transportation
  • Airline - Travelers can select from 106 flights daily that provide connections around the world. Charleston International passengers can enjoy all the travel advantages combined with a unique and refreshing level of personal services and attention. Due to the modern facilities, state-of-the-art operations and proximity to Charleston, the Charleston International Airport is quickly becoming a principal transportation hub for the southeastern United States and a gateway to the world.
    
    There is a $12 airport shuttle that leaves every 15 minutes from across the street from baggage claims. Other options are:
    • Black Cab
      843-216-2627
    • Mitch's Transportation
    • 843-270-6902
      
      
    • Upscale Taxi Service
      $50/pp One-way Airport Transfer
      
      Shuttle Service
      $25/pp One-way Airport Transfer
      $12/pp One-way Airport Transfer (2 or more individuals)
      
      
  • Car Rentals - AVIS Rent a Car
    Conveniently located directly across from baggage claim area in the Charleston International Airport. AVIS is your one-stop for all your car rental needs. We have a wide selection of vehicles including minivans, convertibles and luxury cars. "AVIS tries harder."
    
    
  • Parking - Parking is available in the City of Charleston garage located adjacent to the hotel on King Street. For hotel overnight guests, valet service is available at $17.00 per day plus tax, and self-parking is an option at $12.00 per day (cash only). For day guests or party attendees, hourly parking is available at the rate of $2.00 for the first hour and $1.00 for each additional hour (cash only, no daily maximum).
    
    
  • Public Transportation - CARTA - Charleston Regional Transportation Authority. For more information , visit www.ridecarta.com or call (843) 724-7420.
    
    
  • International Travel - International travelers requiring a visa to enter the United States are advised to apply three to four months before the date of travel. Information on U.S. visa policies and procedures is available at http://travel.state.gov/visa/. Please Note: The United States requires travelers entering the United States under the Visa Waiver Program to have an e-Passport if their passport was issued on or after October 26, 2006. Additional information on VWP e-Passport requirements. Additional information about visa requirements is available from the The National Academies International Visitors Office.

Sponsors

Carolina Lowcountry & Atlantic World
Program for Cultural Cooperation
Department of Hispanic Studies at the College of Charleston
Grupo de Estudios sobre la Mujer en Espana y las Americas (pre-1800)
School of Languages, Cultures, and World Affairs (CofC)
Department of Women's Studies (CofC)

 

About Charleston Charleston, South Carolina is a prime location for this conference.  It was a major city in the Atlantic World with strong connections to Europe, Africa, and the Caribbean as well as other parts of North America. South Carolina was also site of Santa Elena (1566-1587), the northern most Spanish settlement during the colonial period and the capital of La Florida Province.

College of Charleston The College of Charleston is a nationally recognized, public liberal arts and sciences university located in the heart of historic Charleston, South Carolina. Founded in 1770, the College is among the nation’s top universities for quality education, student life and affordability. The College offers a distinctive combination of a beautiful and historic campus, modern facilities and cutting-edge programs.

What to See & Do Stand on the site of the first shot in the Civil War. Come face to face with a giant sea turtle. Take a tour of an antebellum mansion. Climb aboard a WWII aircraft carrier. There are so many blossoming gardens, so many photo opportunities and so many reasons to come back to see us again.

Selected Sites of Interest Charleston Tour Companies and Tour Guides List of Restaurants