ANTH 446 - Historical Archaeology

Credits: 5

This course examines North American archaeology beginning with European colonization and continuing through the early 1900s. Of special interest will be the methods employed by historical archaeologists to study material culture which can, in turn, be used to increase our understanding of social issues such as class, gender, race, ethnicity, and cultural identities. The range of techniques includes documentary research, various forms of artifact & data analysis, and the use of oral traditions. This course will explore the interdisciplinary nature of historical archaeology and identify the influences on archaeological interpretation more generally. Students must have at least sophomore standing to register for this course.

[available in even years]

Prerequisites: ANTH 201