An article titled An Archaeology for the Public by former GAI Cultural Resources Group and Archaeology and Architectural History practice leader Ben Resnick MA, RPA offers a wide-ranging exploration of the role of archaeological findings in supporting public outreach and education.
Published recently in Archaeologies: Journal of the World Archaeological Congress, Ben’s discussion incorporates aspects of GAI’s cultural resources and historical archaeology contributions to projects at Gettysburg Battlefield in Pennsylvania, Ewa Plain Battlefield in Hawaii, and more.
ABSTRACT:
American archaeology within the US today is focused on the identification and evaluation of historic properties in accordance with federal and state historic preservation legislation. While this has created a substantial body of work, for the most part, these studies are not visible to the general public. Citing examples from the cultural resources management industry, the importance of public education and outreach is considered.
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