Because historical archaeologists engage with archival and textual material, inevitably they must draw on words in context as well as things in context. This workshop introduces text analysis as a set of approaches from linguistic anthropology to expand the range of questions that can be asked and answered. Using two case studies from early 20th-century American newspapers, we will explore concepts such as audience, semantics, stance, formality, and metaphor to allow a richer understanding of historical texts. This is an interactive, hands-on event that requires no prior expertise in textual analysis or linguistic methods.  

Luncheon choices (select one):

• House Roasted Turkey with Vine-Ripe Tomato, Arugula, and Avocado Purée on a Multigrain Bun
• Vegan/Gluten-Free Option: Grilled Balsamic Marinated Vegetables, Tahini Hummus, Fresh Spinach, Oven-Roasted Tomatoes in an Herb Wrap