What is Archaeology’s Place in Heritage?

This session looks to bring together archaeological and heritage professionals and wider audiences to discuss the topic of ‘what is archaeology’s place in heritage?’. The aim of this session is to explore public perceptions of archaeology and heritage, and to compare these with perspectives from both professionals and academics engaging in archaeological heritage work and research. In doing so, we will explore how professional and academic priorities overlap with public expectations and needs, and consider how archaeology fits into wider narratives of heritage values. We hope that this opportunity can address how we approach working with the public across archaeological and heritage sectors and organisations, and look towards best practices.

Coffee, tea and biscuits will be available, and following the event lunch will be served on the ground floor from 13:30-14:30.

This event is generously supported by the College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences research themes initiative, Edinburgh Global, the Edinburgh Research Organisation, and Una Europa.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

St Cecilia’s Hall: Concert Room & Music Museum, The University of Edinburgh, 50 Niddry Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom