Archaeology: the science of investigation - for iPod/iPhone
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Archaeology is about reconstructing the physical past to obtain an understanding of how different civilisations and cultures have evolved over time. In this album, archaeologists from the British Museum explain the scientific processes involved in the discovery, investigation and interpretation of a variety of artefacts, such as skeletons, coins, textiles and metal artefacts unearthed at sites such as the famous Iron Age burial at Sutton Hoo, and Tell es-Sa'idiyeh in Jordan. The album also reveals how amateur archaeologists who use metal detectors contribute to creating a picture of ancient societies. This material forms part of The Open University course SA188 Archaeology: the science of investigation.
The British Museum
The first attempt to bring cultures of the world together under one roof.
Excavations in Jordan by the British Museum: part 1
The practical approach to the exacavation of Tell es-Sa'idiyeh, Jordan in 1989.
Excavations in Jordan by the British Museum: part 2
An archaeologist explains the probable reasons for settlement at Tell es-Sa'idiyeh.
Excavations at Wetwang in Yorkshire, UK
The discovery of an Iron Age burial in Yorkshire - complete with chariot.
Neanderthal bones in Croatia
A British Museum archaeologist describes her 120,000 year-old discovery in Krapina, Croatia.
Curating Jordanian artifacts
A Tell es-Sa'idiyeh conservator explains the initial approach to preserving artefacts.
Conserving coins - a demonstration
A conservator explains how careful handling is required when cleaning artefacts.