CBAA National Conference,
June 5-7, 2025
University of Wisconsin, Madison
Madison, Wisconsin

Embracing the Tangible: Fostering Interdisciplinary Connections in Book Art

In a digital age where screens dominate our interactions, the material book stands as a testament to the enduring power of the tangible. This conference theme invites participants to explore the palpable allure of book art and its capacity to bridge diverse disciplines. We invite proposals for papers, pre-formed panels and demonstrations that examine book art through an interdisciplinary lens highlighting connections and collaborations between book art and disciplines ranging from literature, music, and visual arts to science and technology and beyond. In addition, the conference will include a juried CBAA members exhibition, members showcase, and a vendor fair.

Call for papers is now OPEN! (Click for Proposals page)
Call for work for the Juried Members Exhibition is now OPEN! (Click for Exhibitions page)

Information about travel and accommodations will go up on the CBAA website in the near future!

Proposals Due: December 1

Exhibition Submissions Due: December 10

Submit early!

  • Individual papers
  • Pre-formed panels
  • Round table discussions
  • Demonstrations
  • Members exhibition

        Click here for more information: Embracing the Tangible Proposal Information

        CONTACT For questions about the submission process in any category please email:

        Julie Chen
        Conference Host
        CBAA Vice President for Programs
        programmingvp@collegebookart.org

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