Maryland Archeology Month 2023 is exploring the theme, "Where Did You Find That Artifact? Context is Crucial in Maryland Archeology". As in past years, CfMA along with the Maryland Historical Trust is sponsoring a series of interview videos with the Archeology Month essayists. You can watch the videos below to learn more about each author's persepectives on context and you can read their full essays on the Maryland Archeology Month webpage located HERE.
In April 2022, The Council for Maryland Archeology (CfMA) launched a year of free webinars called “CfMA Conversations”. Check this page often to register for new and upcoming webinars, as well as links to past programs.
The Council for Maryland Archeology is deeply disturbed by the recent termination and suspension of several of our respected colleagues at James Madison's Montpelier. We strongly condemn this action and encourage the National Trust for Historic Preservation to remove The Montpelier Foundation Board from its current role in managing this important historic and archaeological site. Please see the letter HERE for the stance of our organization.
Celebrate Pride Month with the next “CfMA Conversations” webinar! This year-long series continues on June 29, 2022, from 6:30-8:00 PM with a panel of experts exploring queer archaeology. Don’t miss this fascinating discussion about the personal triumphs and struggles of LGBTQI+ professionals currently working in the field, intriguing discoveries made when examining archaeological sites with a more inclusive lens, and collaborations developed to promote queer heritage. Panelists include Laura Heath-Stout (she/her), Jay Lunze (they/them, she/her), and Jennifer Lupu (she/her) and the moderator will be Sarah Janesko (she/her). Click HERE for more info or to register.
The Council for Maryland Archeology (CfMA) is launching a year of free webinars called “CfMA Conversations” beginning this month. Join us on April 26, 2022 from 6:00-7:30pm for the first installment, called “Accessible Archaeology at Barwick’s Ordinary” to learn about digital technologies, research sharing, and public education at the site of the upcoming Archeological Society of Maryland (ASM) Field Session. Participants will be treated to a conversation with Washington College professor Dr. Julie Markin and two of her students about their work to locate buried structures and innovative techniques to share these discoveries with people around the world. Click HERE for more info or to register.