Abstract
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.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 194-211 |
Number of pages | 18 |
Journal | World Archaeology |
Volume | 47 |
Issue number | 2 |
Early online date | 13 Mar 2015 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 2015 |
Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- economy
- ethics
- politics
- practice
- Public archaeology
- theory
Profiles
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Lorna Richardson
- School of Media, Language and Communication Studies - Lecturer in Digital Humanities and Heritage
- Heritage and History - Member
- Digital Humanities - Member
Person: Research Group Member, Academic, Teaching & Research