Indigenous Natchez language

Join us for a program on the indigenous Natchez language at 6 p.m. on March 26, at the Grand Village of the Natchez Indians. Dr. Geoffrey Kimball, author of "Natchez Analytical Dictionary" (University of Nebraska Press, 2025) will discuss the last fluent speakers of the Natchez language, and the work of Mary Haas and others in documenting the Natchez language with these speakers in the early 20th century. Dr. Keith Cunningham will discuss how he is using the dictionary to assist people of Natchez descent in developing learning tools and pedagogical material in their efforts to revitalize the language. Relatives of the last fluent speakers from the Sam Family will be in attendance to speak to their family’s genealogy and current Natchez language revitalization efforts.

The "Natchez Analytical Dictionary" is for sale in the museum store, and a book signing will follow the program. Refreshments will be served. The event is free and open to the public.

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