Collaborative Archaeology Field Schools: Perspectives from the Central California Coast
The Anthropology Colloquium Series presents Dr. Gabriel Sanchez, an Indigenous Anthropologist and Assistant Professor at the University of Oregon. Dr. Sanchez will share insights on the importance of Indigenous-led research and collaboration in archaeology. This is a fantastic opportunity to learn about innovative field methods developed through partnerships with the Amah Mutsun Tribal Band and their Land Trust. Don't miss this chance to explore how collaborative research is transforming archaeological practice and education. All are welcome!
Abstract
Collaborative research is a relatively niche but growing component of archaeological practice. While academic institutions and professional societies highlight the importance of Indigenous, collaborative, and decolonizing research strategies, opportunities to train students in these techniques are still generally lacking in the field. In this talk, I share insights from a collaborative field school bringing together students and Tribal members from the Amah Mutsun Tribal Band and their Land Trust. Informed by cultural perspectives and priorities, students and Tribal members learned archaeological field methods developed by the Tribe and archaeologists over the last decade to study and preserve Indigenous cultural heritage. In this talk, we consider how Indigenous-led efforts in central coastal California archaeology, which focuses on site stewardship, access, research, and education, can be beneficial components in field schools.
Dr. Gabriel Sanchez
Gabriel Sanchez is an Indigenous Anthropologist and Assistant Professor in the Department of Anthropology and Native American and Indigenous Studies at the University of Oregon (UO).