Consulting Archaeology (Other Keyword)

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Minding the Ideological Gap in Consulting Archaeology (2015)
DOCUMENT Citation Only James Herbert. Sean P. Connaughton.

This paper discusses recent results from an anthropological research program within a large archaeological consulting firm, highlighting some key ideological differences between consulting archaeologists and Indigenous archaeologists. Using interviews with a cross-section of archaeologists, the study combines results with previous research to illuminate the gap between these two groups with a focus on goals, practises and concerns. We attempt to shed light on areas for improvement and we...


Public Engagement and Compliance Archaeology in a Museum Setting (2015)
DOCUMENT Citation Only Christina Rieth.

Public engagement in compliance archaeology is inherent in Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act as well as many state historic preservation ordinances. Engagement in publically funded projects allows those who pay for the research to share in the project results but also provide information as stakeholders of the past. Although such regulations provide for public engagement, the process and type of involvement varies by project, geographic area, and archaeological resource. This...