What’s in a Name? Discussions of Terminology, Theory and Infrastructure of Citizen Science in Maritime Archaeology
Part of: Society for Historical Archaeology 2022
This collection contains the abstracts of the papers presented in the session entitled "What’s in a Name? Discussions of Terminology, Theory and Infrastructure of Citizen Science in Maritime Archaeology," at the 2022 annual meeting of the Society for Historical Archaeology.
With an infrastructure based on avocational training and engagement, maritime archaeology provides an avenue to utilize community members and volunteers to gather data and support stewardship, especially as heritage managers see increasing administrative constraints. Previous research has focused on the potential contributions of “non-professionals” in maritime archaeology through case studies, programming, and future development. However, recent discussions have turned to questions of what relationships exist between the terms citizen science, citizen monitoring, community archaeology, public archaeology, and crowdsourcing as they relate to maritime archaeology. As various entities and agencies work to create a space for communities and volunteers to contribute to goals and agendas, the contributions of these groups take on new meanings and directions. This symposium explores the theoretical debate between the terms, as well as how current case studies fit within the various categories of community-, public-, and citizen science-driven maritime archaeology.
Other Keywords
Citizen Science •
Underwater Archaeology •
Avocational Archaeology •
Maritime Archaeology •
Archaeology •
Training •
Public Education •
Maritime Heritage •
Volunteer •
community archaeology
Geographic Keywords
Great Lakes •
Australasia •
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Building Inclusion; A Model For Success (2022)
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This is an abstract from the session entitled "What’s in a Name? Discussions of Terminology, Theory and Infrastructure of Citizen Science in Maritime Archaeology" , at the 2022 annual meeting of the Society for Historical Archaeology. Inclusion in any process builds relationships that can fortify appreciation for and strengthen connection to important resources and stories. Offering opportunities, where and when appropriate for inclusion in research and data collection helps build interest...
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Can I Dive with You? Citizen Science Challenges in Maritime Archaeology (2022)
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This is an abstract from the session entitled "What’s in a Name? Discussions of Terminology, Theory and Infrastructure of Citizen Science in Maritime Archaeology" , at the 2022 annual meeting of the Society for Historical Archaeology. Citizen science initiatives have demonstrated usefulness for public agencies responsible for the stewardship of commonly held resources. NOAA, NPS, USDA, USGS and others advertise multiple opportunities at Citizenscience.gov. Maritime archaeology has joined...
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Citizen Science as An Evolving Process: Veteran and Veteran Family Underwater Archaeology Programming (2022)
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This is an abstract from the session entitled "What’s in a Name? Discussions of Terminology, Theory and Infrastructure of Citizen Science in Maritime Archaeology" , at the 2022 annual meeting of the Society for Historical Archaeology. Developing a citizen science program for a Veteran-related community is an evolving process. Relationships are built, communication standards are developed, mutual aims are outlined, resources are identified, and a plan is set forth. With all sustainable...
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Inclusivity in Underwater Archaeology: Understanding Barriers and Offering Solutions (2022)
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This is an abstract from the session entitled "What’s in a Name? Discussions of Terminology, Theory and Infrastructure of Citizen Science in Maritime Archaeology" , at the 2022 annual meeting of the Society for Historical Archaeology. The lack of broad representation in the archaeological community has been well documented and acknowledged over the last several decades. Recent social upheavals in the United States have rightly drawn renewed attention to this issue and, as a result, many...
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Maritime Archaeologyical and HIstorical Society (MAHS) Training For Recreational Divers (2022)
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This is an abstract from the session entitled "What’s in a Name? Discussions of Terminology, Theory and Infrastructure of Citizen Science in Maritime Archaeology" , at the 2022 annual meeting of the Society for Historical Archaeology. The Maritime Archaeological and Historical Society (MAHS) is an all volunteer, nonprofit, educational organization created in 1988 by recreational scuba divers for fellow recreational scuba divers. Our mission is to protect historic shipwrecks for future...
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A Public Good Conservation Approach For Underwater Cultural Heritage Management Through Citizen Science (2022)
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This is an abstract from the session entitled "What’s in a Name? Discussions of Terminology, Theory and Infrastructure of Citizen Science in Maritime Archaeology" , at the 2022 annual meeting of the Society for Historical Archaeology. To know what is happening to underwater cultural heritage (UCH) sites from natural and cultural activity, sites must be monitored regularly and systematically. Currently, UCH management agencies are largely reliant on a few existing professionals to collect...
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What’s in a Name? Discussions of Terminology, Theory and Infrastructure of Citizen Science in Maritime Archaeology: Session Introduction (2022)
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This is an abstract from the session entitled "What’s in a Name? Discussions of Terminology, Theory and Infrastructure of Citizen Science in Maritime Archaeology" , at the 2022 annual meeting of the Society for Historical Archaeology. Questions have arisen concerning the semantics of and theory behind citizen science in maritime archaeology. Shifts from the use of the term “citizen science” to community and/or public archaeology have led to interest in further understanding the purpose and...
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Wisconsin’s Underwater Heritage: The Role of Avocational Maritime Archaeology in Wisconsin (2022)
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This is an abstract from the session entitled "What’s in a Name? Discussions of Terminology, Theory and Infrastructure of Citizen Science in Maritime Archaeology" , at the 2022 annual meeting of the Society for Historical Archaeology. Over the last thirty years, the Maritime Preservation Program at the Wisconsin Historical Society has developed productive long-term relationships with several avocational maritime archaeological organizations in the Great Lakes region. A cornerstone of the...