Do you even know what public archaeology is? Trends, theory, practice, ethics
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Archaeology is a discipline influenced by emerging cultural trends, especially with regard to theoretical approaches to interpretation and practice. Public archaeology is a relatively young approach, still finding its feet, and loose definitions of it have opened the door to multiple perspectives and opportunities. When research agendas include the issue of public engagement, we need to approach our practices critically from the beginning, and consider the consequences of ‘doing’ public archaeology. Moving beyond an understanding of the theoretical backdrop to our work, we first need to situate our work socially, politically and economically. This article will bring necessary critique to some current trends in public archaeology, proposing that commitment to sustainability, inclusivity and ethics are the basis for a responsible practice.
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- Authors
- Richardson, L.-J., & Almansa-Sánchez, J.
- Affiliations
- University College London (GB)
- Venue
- World Archaeology
- Publisher
- Informa UK Limited
- Published
- 2015-03-13
- Volume
- 47
- Issue
- 2
- Pages
- 194-211
- ISSN
- 0043-8243 (ISSN-L)
- 1470-1375
- OpenAlex
- W2079507177
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- 81.70
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- en
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- Topics
- Social Sciences › Cultural Studies › Archaeology and Cultural Heritage
- Social Sciences › Anthropology › Historical and Cultural Archaeology Studies
- Social Sciences › Arts and Humanities › Archeology › Cultural Heritage Management and Preservation
- Keywords
- public archaeology, citizen participation, archaeological ethics, sustainability, inclusivity, social responsibility, historical interpretation
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