The scientific study of material remains (such as artifacts and monuments) of past human life and activities. The archaeologist's objective is to gain an understanding of a culture or civilization by examining these objects and their use.
Archaeology and related subjects presented through streaming media by the Oregon-based Archaeological Legacy Institute. Videos can be viewed on-line and purchased. http://www.archaeologychannel.org/
Offers a source of jobs, news, announcements, consultant listings, and resources for students and professionals interested in archaeology, historic preservation, museums, and architectural history. http://www.eculturalresources.com/
Internet directory maintained by Historic Archaeological Research of history and archaeology web sites, including organizations, directories, technical references, online publications. http://www.har-indy.com/Links.html
Archaeology related articles and galleries by James Q. Jacobs, covering archaeogeodesy, prehistory, paleoanthropology, the Andes, Mesoamerica, American Southwest and rock art. http://www.jqjacobs.net/anthro/
A ThinkQuest project explaining the discipline and its methods and techniques. Examples of significant discoveries including Troy, Shiqmim, the Egyptian Pyramids. Glossary. http://library.thinkquest.org/3011/
Covers significant discoveries from archaeology about human origins. Illustrated descriptions of hominids, with references. Articles, images, bookstore and links. http://www.archaeologyinfo.com/
Provides information and candid advice about public archaeology to students, professionals, and educators. Features discussion forum on contemporary issues in archaeology and how to communicate with the public. http://www.publicarchaeology.com/
List of treaties and agreements dealing with cultural property. From the Multilaterals Project at Edwin Ginn Library, Tufts University. The is tasked with recording treaties of diverse conternt and application. http://fletcher.tufts.edu/multi/cultural.html
