hitch_1980 Posted March 14, 2010 Share Posted March 14, 2010 Hiya I have been looking around, seeing if there are any archeology groups / societies out there that looks into sheffield / north-east derbyshire, pre medieval period. Can some one point me in the right direction. Many Thanks J Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blackbeard Posted March 14, 2010 Share Posted March 14, 2010 You could try "I Dig Sheffield" at http://www.idigsheffield.org.uk/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
darra Posted March 14, 2010 Share Posted March 14, 2010 There's the Hunter archaeological society and try http://www.sheffieldhistory.co.uk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hitch_1980 Posted March 23, 2010 Author Share Posted March 23, 2010 Hi Ive looked at both of them, I dig isnt really a group, more like a website with information. The hunters seem to be very structured, and a few lectures, which is ok. But what about a Forum Archeology Group? There seems to be a lot of people interested in the subject, it could have its own section in the "interest group" section. And include discusisons on the peaks and sheffield etc, or the latest archeology news. There could be meets in the peaks at various locations, or looking at sheffield industrial heritage,....basically a more active group. It may also free up the history group, and make that area less clutered Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hitch_1980 Posted March 25, 2010 Author Share Posted March 25, 2010 Well that got people talking lol. On a side note,.....is anyone looking at tumuli, hill forts etc, in the peak district and sheffield? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Archaeoshef Posted March 13, 2012 Share Posted March 13, 2012 For those interested in archaeology then there are some events running as part of science week See below This year The Department of Archaeology is celebrating Science Week by opening its doors and inviting the public to a series of lectures. There will be opportunities to hear about world famous archaeological projects, talk with archaeologists, and to examine genuine archaeological material yourself. The theme for Science Week is “The World in Motion” and archaeologists will be exploring how humanity has kept itself moving. The lectures will explore everything from how past communities have moved across continents to how they have developed an enduring fascination with speed. ALL LECTURES ARE FREE TIME: 7.00-8.00pm Venue: Northgate House lecture theatre West Street. To reserve a seat please email Dr Roger Doonan at r.doonan@shef.ac.uk If you would like an archaeologist to visit your school to deliver this lecture, handle material or simply talk about heritage, history and archaeology of any period please email r.doonan@shef.ac.uk Date Event Venue Wednesday 14th March 2012 Quick! Let's get out of here! The invention and development of the wheel. Dr Roger Doonan More than any other technological development, the wheel holds pride of place in the popular imagination. For many the wheel is the ultimate invention and its continued development from the earliest use of primitive rollers to the super alloy wheels that will support the Bloodhound SCC in its record-breaking attempt, it is a source of endless fascination. This talk looks far back in time to explore the origins of the wheel and the enduring relationship that some communities have developed with speed. Drawing on case studies from around the world including recent research undertaken by the Department of Archaeology at the site of the earliest 'racing' wheel ever discovered, you will be taken on a journey of how humankind has, quite literally, put itself in motion. 7.00-8.00pm Dept of Archaeology Northgate House West Street Thursday 15th March 2012 "Are we nearly there yet?" Child migrants in the Viking Age Dr Katie Hemer Archaeologists have a lot to say about migration, but the role of children is often overlooked. Yet it is clear from the study of modern migrations that children can be central to the ability of migrant groups to establish themselves in new communities. This paper considers the role of children during the Viking migrations. 7.00-8.00pm Dept of Archaeology Northgate House West Street Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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