Organisations in the heritage sector welcomed January’s news that the Department for Culture, Media, and Sport was going to invest £1.5 billion in capital funding for the arts, cultural, and heritage sectors in England (the other three home nations have yet to say whether they will be making similar investments)
Modern society faces significant global challenges, including climate change, environmental pollution, crime and conflict, social injustice, poor health, and concerns about wellbeing. In his recently published book exploring some of these issues, John Schofield argues that archaeologists have the necessary skills and insight to help address these problems, whether working in the field, among community groups, or in museums.
A thought-provoking photography exhibition explores how contemporary communities relate to stone circles. Carly Hilts visited, and spoke to the artists to learn more.
A round-up of some of the latest archaeology news from around the UK.
The latest on acquisitions, exhibitions, and key decisions
The installation is part of the HW1900 Festival and will be open to the public until 30 October.