Project Archaeology

Project Archaeology is a national heritage education program designed to provide teachers with the tools they need to educate young Americans about our nation's cultural heritage. It uses archaeological inquiry to foster understanding of past and present cultures, improve social studies and science education, and enhance citizenship education to help preserve our archaeological legacy.

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Project Archaeology is a comprehensive archaeology and heritage education program for everyone interested in learning or teaching about our nation’s rich cultural legacy and protecting it for future generations to learn from and enjoy. Project Archaeology includes publications, professional development for educators, networking opportunities, and continuing support for participants. Using an innovative hands-on approach to history, the program teaches scientific inquiry, citizenship, personal ethics understanding. It uses archaeological inquiry to foster understanding of past and present cultures, improve social studies and science education, and enhance citizenship education to help preserve our archaeological legacy.

Project Archaeology teaches four enduring understandings:

• Understanding the human past is essential for understanding the present and shaping the future.
• Learning about cultures past and present is essential for living in a pluralistic society and world.
• Archaeology is a way to learn about past cultures.
• Stewardship of archaeological resources is everyone’s responsibility.

Its target audience is upper elementary through secondary teachers and their students; museum docents, youth group leaders, and heritage site interpreters; and parents and citizens.

Continuing Professional Development

Graduates of Project Archaeology workshops and online courses continue their professional development through printed updates, networking opportunities, and additional learning and teaching opportunities.

Kentucky Project Archaeology Workshops

Educators of all kinds may attend our workshops, but workshop size is limited to 20 participants. Attendees are responsible for their own lodging. To reserve a spot for yourself at an upcoming Kentucky Project Archaeology workshop, or for more information about Project Archaeology in Kentucky, contact State Coordinator Karen Stevens (karen.stevens@ky.gov).