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Mortimer Wheeler's Theatre of the Past
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This paper examines the nature of Mortimer Wheeler's work as a public archaeologist, and in particular his efforts to display the archaeological process to interested members of the public. By focusing on the excavations at Maiden Castle, Dorset, from 1934 to 1937 we compare Wheeler's stated philosophy of public archaeology with his practice in the field. At Maiden Castle the theatre of excavation was the centrepiece of a carefully marketed archaeological experience including tours, souvenirs, and a well-developed media strategy. By applying the commodity model of public archaeology as an analytical framework we highlight the sophistication and success of Wheeler's 'theatre of the past'. This analysis lays a foundation for further critical historical studies of both the public understanding of the past, and of Wheeler's life and works.
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- Authors
- Moshenska, G., & Schadla-Hall, T.
- Venue
- Public Archaeology
- Publisher
- Maney Publishing
- Published
- 2011-02
- Volume
- 10
- Issue
- 1
- Pages
- 46-55
- ISSN
- 1465-5187
- 1753-5530
- Cited by
- 14
- References
- 30
- Language
- en
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