Convenors:
Caitlin D’Gluyas (Australia), Alanna Warner-Smith (USA), Katharine Watson (Aotearoa New Zealand)
Studying the past through the lens of historical archaeology reveals compelling stories that challenge, enrich, and sometimes overturn our understanding of the modern world. This theme explores diverse case studies within historical archaeology, emphasising the interplay of archaeology, and history to address key questions about subjects such as identity, power, and transformation. Topics may include critical examinations of colonialism, Indigenous agency and cultural entanglements, the archaeology of marginalised communities, foodways, urban landscapes, and the materiality of trade and globalisation.
By integrating interdisciplinary perspectives, this theme aims to advance methodological approaches and theoretical frameworks. It also welcomes papers that critically consider the relevance and agendas of historical archaeology in understanding contemporary social challenges and global heritage management, particularly in relation to decolonisation, issues with terminology, including the term ‘historical archaeology’, and post-colonial approaches.
Contacts:
Caitlin D’Gluyas
The University of Queensland, Australia, c.dgluyas@uq.edu.au
Alanna Warner-Smith
American University, USA, awarnersmith@american.edu
Katharine Watson
Christchurch Archaeology Project, Aotearoa New Zealand, katharine.watson@christchurcharchaeology.org
THEME SESSIONS
T25/Session 01: Historical Archaeology in and of Urban Landscapes in Global Conversation
T25/Session 02: Cultural Landscapes and Spatial Analysis In Historical Archaeology
T25/Session 03: Historical Archaeological Collections for the Present and Future