? Why do archaeology? Who cares?
I come to archaeology with a passion about the human past: what happened, when did it happen, and where did it happen? And how can this knowledge connect us with a deeper understanding of who we are? We all have personal histories and social (or group) histories, and archaeology has become a powerful tool for connecting us and our fellow citizens to those histories. Archaeology helps us make sense of why the places where we live look, feel, and operate the way they do. Archaeology also allows us to challenge the way things are; I get a kick out of using archaeology to upend so many myths about Maryland history. Why? Because what really happened is always, without fail, a much more compelling story.
Answer provided by Dr. Julia King
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