Health & Heritage - Women and Medicine in History

Description

Join us for the Brigade's Health & Heritage: Women and Medicine in History sponsored by the Debra Najecki Endowment and showcase some overlooked aspects of the 18th century. The Brigade of the American Revolution is excited to propose a groundbreaking conference at Washington's Crossing Historic Park, PA on March 1st and 2nd, 2025, focusing on the vital yet often overlooked subject of women’s health in the 18th Century. 

This event will bring together historians, medical experts, and enthusiasts to explore the multifaceted roles women played in health and wellness during a transformative era in American history. Through engaging presentations and interactive sessions, attendees will gain a deeper understanding of the challenges and advancements in women’s health care during the colonial period.

We are especially thrilled to announce our keynote speaker, Pulitzer Prize-winning historian 𝗗𝗿. 𝗟𝗮𝘂𝗿𝗲𝗹 𝗧𝗵𝗮𝘁𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝗨𝗹𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗵! Dr. Ulrich will discuss the remarkable life of Martha Ballard, a midwife from the late 1700s; focusing on her renowned book "The Midwife's Tale", telling the story of Martha Ballard, a midwife and mother living in the wilds of Maine.

To see our full list of presenters and additional details, visit https://www.brigade.org/healthconference

Please Note - This entire conference is being sponsored by the Debra Najecki Endowment - The fee collected is only to cover administrative costs as well as a catered lunch with coffee & tea service on both Saturday, March 1st and Sunday, March 2nd. 

 

Tentative Schedule - 

Friday, February 28th 

4:00 PM - 5:30 PM - Opening Reception; Light repast will be served with various vendors open

5:30 PM - 7:00 PM - Showing of the film, a Midwife's Tale 
 

Saturday, March 1st 

9:30 AM - 10:00 AM - Opening Remarks, Light repast of coffee and donuts 

10:00 AM - Conference Begins, Keynote Speaker Laurel Thatcher Ulrich will begin her presentation 

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM - Lunch; This will only be for registered attendees.  

1:00 PM - 4:30 PM - 3 additional presentations

 

Sunday, March 2nd 

9:30 AM - 10:00 AM - Opening Remarks, Light repast of coffee and donuts 

10:00 AM - Conference Begins

12:15 PM -1:00 PM - Lunch; This will only be for registered attendees.  

1:15 PM - 3:30 PM - 2 additional presentations

 

Date & Time

Feb 28, 2025 4:30 PM - Mar 2, 2025 5:00 PM

Venue Details

Washington Crossing Historic Park

1112 River Road
Washington Crossing, Pennsylvania 18977

The Brigade of the American Revolution