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Explore our new distance learning course, Interpretation for Archeologists: A Guide to Increasing Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities. Created to help NPS archeologists examine the art and science by which interpretations are made, Interpretation for Archeologists is a useful resource for anyone interested in more effectively interpreting archeology to the public. Visit the new course to learn about the methods and philosophies of interpretation and find numerous links, recommendations for further reading, case studies for inspiration, and “Use What You Know” questions for applying knowledge. Through this course, archeologists will gain tools for engaging the public and fostering a preservation ethic. The newest in our series of Technical Briefs is now available online. Technical Brief #18 is "Protecting Archeological Sites on Eroding Shorelines: A Hay Bales Approach" by Robert M. Thorne. Dr. Thorne is an authority on site stabilization and preservation who offers an inexpensive, yet effective method to preserve archeological sites along lakeshores through the use of hay bales. Other Technical Briefs offer alternative treatments to preserve and protect archeological sites, as well as information about archeological contracting, collections management, public outreach and education, and other important topics. The first Spanish version of a feature in the Discover Archeology series has been launched. La casa de Robinson: un retrato de la herencia afro-americana was translated by the NPS Spanish Colonial Research Center.El Programa de Arqueología y Etnografía se complace en anunciarles que el rasgo web “La casa de Robinson: Un retrato de la herencia afro-americana” está ahora disponible en español. Dentro del Parque del Campo de Batalla Nacional Manassas, la casa de Robinson sobrevivió a pesar de la primera y la segunda batalla de Manassas. Como afro-americanos, los miembros de la familia Robinson se encontraron involucrados en las luchas de la nación antes y después de la guerra. Visite http://www.cr.nps.gov/aad/ para conocer cómo las investigaciones arqueológicas, los estudios arquitectónicos y la historia oral nos permiten comprender mejor los cambios en el estilo de vida de los afro-americanos libres. Two new studies have been added to Studies in Archeology and Ethnography, our Internet-based publication series. Study #4 is A Brief Ethnography of Magnolia Plantation: Planning for Cane River Creole National Historic Park by Muriel (Miki) Crespi. Study #5 is A Survey of SHPO Archeological Report Bibliographic Systems, 2002 by S. Terry Childs and Karolyn Kinsey. The first three publications cover a range of topics including an informal study of repository curation fees and two analyses of archeological permits. More studies are planned in the near future. National Parks Associated with African Americans: An Ethnographic Perspective and its interactive map link you to descriptions of the integral roles that African Americans played in the development of American culture, heritage, and history at many national park sites and resources. NPS Director Fran Mainella affirms the National Strategy for Federal Archeology, and encourages its use throughout the nation. This National Strategy emphasizes the conservation, wise stewardship and commemorative, educational, and scientific uses of archeological sites, collections, and records. Follow the link to read the newest version of this important public policy, the Director's letter distributing it, and related articles. |
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