Archaeology of Roman Palestine

Call For Papers: Following its recent emphases on sacred space and pilgrimage, in 2024 the Archaeology of Roman Palestine seminar will turn its focus to the archaeology and material culture of domestic spaces in larger Judea during the late Hellenistic through Byzantine periods. These topics, broadly conceived, may include the architectural remains of residences and households in either urban or rural settings, as well as all aspects of daily life reflected by the artifacts, assemblages, or décor found within these spaces. The first session in this two-part series seeks papers that deal with these topics as found in elite settings, such as within the wealthy domestic spheres of Jerusalem, the cities of Galilee, the Decapolis, or sites along the Coastal Plain, as well as palatial complexes or country villas scattered throughout the region. The second session in seeks papers that deal with these topics as found in non-elite settings, such as within the lower-class domestic spheres of Galilean villages, the non-elite urban areas and hinterland of Jerusalem, or other similar sites throughout the region. Papers that place the archaeology of these settings into conversation with the literary sources of the period are also welcome. It is hoped that by exploring these and related topics, this session can help us better understand the spectrum of lived experience for individuals and households within the region, as well as to illuminate the cultural matrix of early Judaism, the early Jesus movement, and other contemporary social circles.

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