Expanding Horizons: Contemporary Dynamics and Challenges in Public Archaeology in Nigeria

Abstract

The purpose of this essay is to assess the situation of public archaeology in Nigeria. Public archaeology is the practice of sharing archaeological knowledge with the public. It is a branch of archaeology that focuses on engaging the public and making archaeological practices and findings accessible to non-professionals. Its approach involves community outreach, education, and collaborative projects, aimed at fostering awareness creation for the preservation of cultural heritage. A review of existing works formed the data avenue for conducting the research. The research has identified eight major challenges for Archaeology in Nigeria. In this paper, we discuss these and propose suggestions for how archaeology and heritage education can be fully integrated into all levels of education in Nigeria.

Keywords

• public archaeology
• newest era
• nigeria
• education
• heritage