Local archaeological activism: The trials of leading horses to water
Channel: Recording Archaeology
Date: 24/04/2017

In this paper, we examine the experience of the CBA’s Local Heritage Engagement Network, which is designed to help local archaeology groups and other interested bodies be better advocates for heritage. However, evidence from the project has shown that while the majority of local interest groups care deeply about the past, many do not perceive a role or opportunity to help shape the political debate. In this paper we will examine why this might be, and whether there are methods which be appropriate for assisting groups to transition from hobbyists to activists, or different types of engagement which are more suited, but which may be more suited.

Lorna Richardson and Rob Lennox, Council for British Archaeology, Local Heritage Engagement Network