A Final Thought for Archeologists and Interpreters

An archeologist's knowledge of techniques for interpreting archeological resources is one of the most important elements in helping visitors understand their value and fragility. The archeologist must care about both the archeological resource and facilitating interpretive opportunities and outcomes if he or she wishes to inspire caring in others.

Archeologists who have little interpretive experience or few opportunities to interact directly with visitors may benefit from applying the Interpretive Equation to programs they present-alone or in concert with park interpretive staff-to a variety of park visitors. Learning to apply appropriate interpretive tools allows the archeologist to effectively engage interpreters and visitors and promote interest, participation, and stewardship.

home contents 1. introduction 2. what is interpretation? 3. what do interpreters do? 4. tools for interpreters 5. personal and professional responsibilities 6. issues of sensitivity 7. use what you know 8. archeologists and interpreters working together sharing our archeological heritage with the public teamwork partnerships with non-NPS entities a final thought for archeologists and interpreters references Additional resources print this chapter   9. additional resources Course Certificate credits

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