Archaeology symposium: Archaeology in action

21 November 2015, 10.00 AM - 21 November 2015, 4.45 PM

M Shed, Princes Wharf, Wapping Road, Bristol, BS1 4RN

A one-day event exploring the exciting research and discoveries made by archaeologists in Bristol. Speakers from Bristol Museums and the University of Bristol will present their latest projects and share their experiences of archaeology in action. Topics include the role of the modern museum curator, the work of the commercial field archaeologist, the use of drones in archaeology, the realities of conducting fieldwork in the Mediterranean, how scientific analyses are changing our understanding of what and how people ate in the past, and much more.

There will also be a chance to find out about archaeology groups working in Bristol and upcoming events.

Jointly organised by Bristol Museums, Galleries & Archives and the University of Bristol Department of Archaeology and Anthropology.

This event is part of InsideArts festival 2015.

This is a free event, but please click here to book and reserve your place.