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Can you volunteer on archeological digs?
There are hundreds of volunteer opportunities available. Look for excavations that have a history of working with volunteers and see if you can talk to past volunteers about their experiences. “If going on an archaeological excavation is a dream of yours, put in the time and effort to do it well,” she says.
How do I get involved in Archaeology?
Search the NPS Volunteer in Parks website, or find a park to contact for volunteer possibilities. Become a citizen scientist and help NPS archeologists collect data to take care of archeological resources.
Where is the best place for Archaeology?
Top 10 most amazing ruins and archaeological sites in the world
- STONEHENGE, UNITED KINGDOM.
- THE GREAT WALL, CHINA.
- MOAI STATUES OF EASTER ISLAND, CHILE.
- CHICHEN ITZA, MEXICO.
- ACROPOLIS OF ATHENS, GREECE.
- GIZA PYRAMIDS, EGYPT.
- PETRA, JORDAN.
- TIKAL, GUATEMALA.
Can I volunteer at Pompeii?
No special skills are needed for a volunteer team member. Our staff will teach you what you need to do. During the first few days, the Principal Researchers provide a series of lectures on the history and geography of Pompeii and lead a guided walk within the city.
Can you get into archaeology without a degree?
You don’t need a college degree to become an archaeologist.
What is another name for an archaeological excavation?
What is another word for archaeological site?
| excavation | hole |
|---|---|
| ditch | mine |
| shaft | trough |
| burrow | dig |
| quarry | crater |
What is the most visited archaeological site in the world?
Ephesus
“This was a real place, and you can walk through it.” The world’s most-visited ancient ruins, among them Ephesus, can indeed bring history alive.
Who discovered Pompeii in the 16th century and why?
The ruins at Pompeii were first discovered late in the 16th century by the architect Domenico Fontana. Herculaneum was discovered in 1709, and systematic excavation began there in 1738.