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Category Archives: Behind the Scenes
Archeology in the 21st Century
When most people think of archeology, they usually think of excavations and lab work. But, there is another, lesser known facet of archeology that involves computers and above-ground, non-invasive technologies. This past August, I attended a workshop offered by Brown University and the National Park … Continue reading
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Tagged geophysics, technology and archeology
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Business Cards with Personality – Inexpensive ways to reach your community
In today’s highly technical world, engagement is easier than ever, if you can get your audience’s attention. With limited resources, this often proves challenging for museum professionals. Business Cards with Personality: A Case Study National Park Service archeology collections have huge research … Continue reading
There’s Jackfield Afoot: Tracing Patterns of Consumption through an 18th Century Teapot
When thinking about archeology, it’s easy to assume that the most exciting discoveries are made in ‘the field’ and the lab is only used for housekeeping activities. Oftentimes, though, the lab is where the most exciting discoveries are made because it is here … Continue reading
Cataloging 101: A quick way to identify earthenware ceramics
Can you spot the creamware in this picture? And no, it’s not a trick question. If you guessed the cream-colored sherd in the middle, you are correct. When you know what you are looking for, differentiating between creamware, pearlware, and whiteware … Continue reading
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Tagged cataloging, ceramic identification, creamware, pearlware, whiteware
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Archeology!
The word, archeology, always seems to catch people’s attention. Whenever I mention that I work with archeological artifacts, people generally want to know more. Usually when people ask about my job, I explain the various tasks that I complete during … Continue reading
Cavity Packing: The gift that keeps on giving
Around the NMSC Archeology lab, I’ve earned the moniker of “The Artsy One”. My eclectic background involves a stint in school for Fashion, a mini-career of five years in costume crafts, a lifetime of interest in Art History, 2 years … Continue reading
A Day in the Life…Rehousing 101
Rehousing 101 Two weeks ago I promised you a post on rehousing. So here goes. Rehousing is exactly what it sounds like. Taking artifacts from their current, old housing, and putting them into new, sparkly clean, 100% archival housing. So, … Continue reading
A Day in the Life…of a Museum Professional
Museum professionals are a varied bunch. In a museum setting, you can expect to find curators, educators, collections managers, registrars, exhibit designers, etc. Because there are many specialized jobs, the typical day for a museum professional varies greatly from person-to-person. At … Continue reading
