Who benefits from archeology? More people than you might think. The
Archeology program of the National Park Service is a resource for finding
out about the ways archeology can work for you.
Archeological interpretation rises from questions about the world around
us. Think about what kinds of information archeologists uncover. How might
an ecologist, a historian, or a detective benefit from the special ways
that archeologists look at the world?
This site introduces you to some of the public benefits of archeology
to encourage you to investigate more on your own. Let your imagination
be your guide through these scenarios and into the case studies.