The Application of Traditional and Innovative Documentation Techniques in Nautical Archaeology

In the field of nautical archaeology, the interpretation of shipwrecks is intrinsically tied to the efficient and accurate recording of the degraded watercraft structure its context and its contents. With the introduction and advancement of new technologies, the methodology for documenting the many aspects of archaeological watercraft, both in situ and during post-excavation evaluation continue to offer new ways to improve interpretation, communication, and materials stabilization of the assorted collection. This session aims to outline many of the past, present, and future documentation methods associated with nautical archaeology and the conservation of materials recovered from marine environments.