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This award acknowledges those who present archaeological information
directly to the public as well as those who facilitate institutions
and other individuals in their public education efforts. These substantial
contributions to public education about archaeology are made either
through writing or speaking about archaeology, developing and/or
presenting educational programs, publishing, and/or distributing
educational materials and other activities. The award is conferred
on a rotating, 3-year, cycle to an Archaeologist, an Educator, and
an Institution.
The activities of these Award recipients promote
a standard for Public Archaeology. Public outreach is at the core
of Stewardship - the central Principle of Archaeological
Ethics that holds that archaeologists are care-takers and advocates for the
archaeological record and that archaeologists should become aware
of and respect the wide range
of other legitimate interests in the possible uses of archaeological sites.
Those involved with public education and outreach appreciate that
archaeological research
and preservation initiatives ultimately depend on public support. Their endeavors
embrace and promote the understanding that the archaeological record is a public
trust. To this end, this award honors those whose actions promote the SAA Principles
of Stewardship and Public Education and Outreach.
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