Archaeology: Frequently Asked Questions
What is archaeology?
Archaeology is the scientific study of past human cultures through analysis of the material remains that people in the past have left behind.
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Archaeology is the study of the people of the past through recovery and analysis of the artifacts and features they left behind, correlated with the context of those artifacts and features.
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Archaeology is the anthropological study of past human cultures through systematic recovery of material remains such as buildings, tools, and pottery. For more information about archaeological related terms please visit the Archeology-Related Glossaries index hosted by the National Park Service.
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Archaeology is the excavation and study of the material remains left by past communities. Material remains include the physical things people made or used, everything from clothes to buildings. Archaeology can be divided into many specialized subfields, often dealing with a particular time period, culture, geographical area, or category of materials. Please refer to the section under Introduction to Archaeology for a more detailed discussion.
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From Wikpedia : Archaeology is the study of human cultures through the recovery, documentation and analysis of material remains, including architecture, artefacts, biofacts, human remains, and landscapes. The goal of archaeology is to shed light on long-term human prehistory, history, behaviour and cultural evolution. ...
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Are there many jobs in archaeology?
There are not a lot of jobs available for archaeologists in colleges and universities. The ones that are available are highly competitive and there are generally more qualified applicants than there are available jobs. Museums positions are also rare and often difficult to obtain. The majority of jobs in archaeology today are in cultural resource management.
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There are not a lot of jobs available for archaeologists in colleges and universities. The ones that are available are highly competitive and there are generally more qualified applicants than there are available jobs. Museums positions are also rare and often difficult to obtain. The majority of jobs in archaeology today are in cultural resource management. Recent job announcements are posted at the Society for American Archaeology web page.
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Are they still doing archaeology?
During the earlier phases before the reconstruction could begin, archaeology was done throughout the site and many people who have been here before the reconstruction remember this. The archaeological work that was done in order for the fort to be reconstructed is now complete. There is no further plans for archaeology to be done unless there is going to more reconstruction done or if the ground needs to be surveyed.
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What is a buildings archaeology?
Archaeology is not only found below ground level, it also survives in the fabric of standing buildings. Royal Chapel, Greenwich Palace ©MoLAS The assessment, recording and analysis of historic buildings can provide important information and an understanding of a building’s development and use which may not exist in documentary records alone.
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Archaeology Adventure?
The best way is to call The program site (Grove HS 9i09 798-7831) (Lewis Center, 760 946-5414, ext. 200) or (Sherman Indian Museum 909 276-6719). How do make reservation for:
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What is Current Archaeology?
It's a magazine devoted to British archaeology; indeed with over 17,000 subscribers, it is by far the biggest magazine devoted to British archaeology. It's in full colour, it is devoted mainly to excavations and it covers all periods. It comes out monthly and it is aimed at what we call the middle market - we aim to bridge the gap between the amateur and the professional.
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It's a magazine devoted to British archaeology; indeed with over 17,000 subscribers, it is by far the biggest magazine devoted to British archaeology. It's in full colour, it is devoted mainly to excavations and it covers all periods. It comes out six times a year - more or less - and it is aimed at what we call the middle market - we aim to bridge the gap between the amateur and the professional.
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Is there any foreign archaeology?
Yes!! In September 2003 we launched a new magazine, Current World Archaeology, focussing on archaeology from around the world. Click here to read more about it
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Occasionally. There are a few articles, mostly on the work of British Schools abroad - we recently did a complete issue on Italian archaeology.
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What is underwater archaeology?
For more information on underwater archaeology, please visit our Frequently Asked Questions of Underwater Archaeology .
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Photography and Archaeology?
I realized early on that excellent photography is essential to the discipline of archaeology. Creating an impeccable record of the evidence gathered during a dig, and in the laboratory is as essential to the archaeologist as it is to the criminalist. To that end, I have developed techniques to make outstanding photographs of objects as well as building interiors and exteriors with available light as well as portable light sources.
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What is the Classical Archaeology Society?
It is a student organization comprised of undergraduate and graduate students. Its goal is to create opportunities for students to learn about classical archaeology and to spark interest in the field.
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What is an Archaeology site?
► A site is a place lived in or used by people in the past. ► Sites can date to any part of Pennsylvania's historic past-from 12,000 years ago until the early 20th century.
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What is Conservation Archaeology?
Conservation Archaeology covers three main areas: The maintenance and enhancement of an accurate and up to date record of all the known archaeological sites in the area. This is known as the Historic Environment Record. The provision of advice through the planning system to ensure the protection of archaeological sites. The provision of advice and expertise to aid in the active conservation of archaeological sites through management and repairs.
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What is the Archaeology Department?
The Archaeology Department is responsible for assessing what impact proposed work may have upon potentially significant archaeological resources that are subject to the environmental review process and, occasionally, to the Landmarks Law. Once an impact is noted, the Department assists in determining how to mitigate that impact and oversees the needed work.
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What is Current World Archaeology?
Current World Archaeology is a new magazine dealing with World Archaeology. It is a sister magazine to Current Archaeology, which deals with archaeology in Britain. It was launched in September 2003
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Current World Archaeology does not exist yet, but will be a new magazine dealing with World Archaeology. It will be a sister magazine to Current Archaeology, which deals with archaeology in Britain.
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Why teach archaeology?
Archaeology is a innovative way to capture students attention and a great vehicle for teaching a wide variety of subjects through a multi-disciplinary approach. Archaeology can be used to teach multiple subjects including art, science, social studies, language arts and math. ...
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What will happen with the archaeology finds?
It is intended that the finds made during the excavation will be donated to the Dorset County Museum. We are currently investigating ways of interpreting the archaeology within the final scheme, and this will hopefully include the display of certain artefacts.
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Who publishes Current Archaeology?
CA is published by the editors, Andrew and Wendy Selkirk.
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What are the Burke Museum Archaeology Collections?
For over a century, the Burke Museum has preserved cultural materials from the Pacific Rim, with an emphasis on the Pacific Northwest Coast of the Americas. The Archaeology Department has particular strengths in collections from Native American sites in Washington State, but also has collections from other parts of the Northwest United States and Alaska, the Pacific, the Middle East, and Mexico. We also have an extensive library and archives, access to Washington State site geographic databases and other information.
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What kind of archaeology are you doing first?
The archaeological investigation at the site began with a surface survey, with volunteers and Lycoming College students walking the area to see if there were any important artifacts on the ground. Then, after the well was identified, the crew removed the concrete cap (dated "October 22, 1928) and began to remove soil and screen it for artifacts. Instead of going straight down the well, the crew removed a slope to the southeast of the well so people could walk up to the well and look in. ...
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Where have you done archaeology work?
Very common question with all ages. I usually start by saying that archaeology is pretty much everywhere you go across the entire world. People generally expect to hear Egypt, Israel, France, Greece, etc. I tell them North Dakota, Wyoming, and Montana. This is a good way to address the misguided notion that all archaeologists go to some far-off exotic place to do fieldwork. The recent find of a Fremont site underneath South Temple Street in Salt Lake City shows that sometimes we even do archaeology within modern cities..
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How does the Tomb fit in with the archaeology of the area?
We knew from the finds of 1923 when the Priory Crescent was being constructed, and from other finds from 1930, made during the construction of railway sidings, that we were dealing with a Saxon cemetery of quite high status. This was because of the number of "warrior" burials, with sword, spear and shield, and the female burials with gold brooches and beads, and the glassware and imported pottery. It was still totally unexpected to find such a rich "princely" burial on the site. ...
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Does the Society do its own archaeology?
Yes, it does. The Society has an archaeological team which is currently involved in the excavation of the St. John’s Wreck and which has also done a great deal of work on the site of the Henrietta Marie.
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