The Strawbery Banke Museum Archaeology Department is pleased to announce
its 18th Annual Archaeological Field School!

June 23 - July 25, 2014, Monday - Friday 8:30-4

Course Description: This five-week session will focus on locating evidence
of an early 20th century mikveh, or Jewish ritual bath, on the museum
grounds.  Students will be trained in proper archaeological techniques and
will learn to identify historic artifacts.  Day trips in the area, museum
tours by experts, and required readings on Historical Archaeology and the
Jewish diaspora will introduce students to various areas of historic
specialization.  Students will also work in our laboratory to gain
experience in processing artifacts.  This field school places a special
emphasis on public interpretation.  Students will interact with museum
visitors daily, and will be expected to offer interpretation of the site
and our excavation activity.

Location: Strawbery Banke Museum is an outdoor living history museum
located in historic Portsmouth, NH.  Strawbery Banke archaeologists have
conducted some of the largest urban archaeology projects in New Hampshire.
 Previous excavations at Strawbery Banke have revealed information on
domestic life, immigration, building traditions, pottery manufacture, and
other industries, and have demonstrated that Portsmouth is one of the
richest sites for historical archaeology in northern New England.

Requirements: This field school does not require previous archaeological
field experience, though an introductory course in archaeology may be
helpful.  Archaeological fieldwork can be demanding, and students should be
able to work well as part of a team and tolerate physical activity and
summer weather.  If you are concerned about the requirements, please
contact the instructor.

Enrollment Information: To apply, send a one-page letter detailing your
interest in the field school, along with a resume or CV that includes names
and contact information for two references to Strawbery Banke archaeologist
and field school instructor Alexandra Martin at
[log in to unmask] May 1, 2014.  Enrollment is limited to 12
students.

Cost: $850
Available Credits: Students may arrange to receive academic credit through
their university.
Room and Board: Students are responsible for their own accommodations and
transportation.
Related Fields of Study: Anthropology, Archaeology, History, Religion,
Jewish Studies