Our Shared Sea Symposium
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Delve into the critical issue of preserving coastal archaeological heritage in the Caribbean Basin at Our Shared Sea Symposium, a two-day event taking place on June 14-15 at the Deering Estate
Why is this important? Coastal sites are invaluable records of human history, offering a window into the past. Climate change poses a significant threat to these irreplaceable resources, with rising sea levels and extreme weather events.
What will be discussed? This timely symposium brings together a diverse group of stakeholders, including researchers (French, American and indigenous), academics and cultural resource managers. Through presentations and discussions, participants will explore solutions for:
- Developing new strategies in public archaeology and cultural resource management.
- Fostering collaboration between French, American and Indigenous communities.
- Engaging local populations in protecting their cultural heritage.
What will be addressed? This timely symposium brings together a diverse group of stakeholders, including researchers (French, American and indigenous), academics and cultural resource managers, to discuss solutions for preserving coastal archaeological sites threatened by climate change.
- Teams from various regions will share their experiences and approaches to addressing these challenges, including national and regional policies, scientific research initiatives and community engagement strategies.
- A key focus will be on fostering collaboration between researchers, communities and policymakers to develop effective strategies for protecting coastal cultural heritage.
- The symposium will explore these issues from a variety of perspectives and legal frameworks, ensuring a comprehensive approach to coastal cultural heritage preservation.
The symposium's keynote speakers are:
- Day 1: Tina Marie Osceola, the Executive Director of Operations of the Seminole Tribe of Florida and a champion for tribal cultural preservation.
- Day 2: Dr. Isabel Rivera-Collazo, a pioneer in marine archaeology and climate change adaptation as well as the Director of the Scripps Center for Marine Archaeology and an Assistant Professor at the University of California San Diego.
Who should attend? Whether you're a professional archaeologist, a history buff or simply someone concerned about the impact of climate change, the Our Shared Sea Symposium offers a valuable opportunity to learn from experts and contribute to the conversation.
This event is co-hosted by the Deering Estate, Deering Estate Foundation, Consulate General of France in Miami, French Ministry of Culture - Villa Albertine, and Florida Public Archeology Network.