Research

Archaeology Lab

The Applied Archaeology Laboratory is located in the Eberhart Building on UNCG’s campus. The laboratory’s purpose is to provide scholars and their students with opportunities to engage in experiential research with prehistoric and historic materials from the southeastern United States. Students interested in learning about the process of archaeological research and lab work, regardless of special area of interest, will benefit by a visit or through committed time as a volunteer. As time and opportunities permit, occasional grant or sub-contracted applied projects are also undertaken by the laboratory director using these facilities.

From 2000 to 2022, former UNCG faculty member and former Director of the Archaeology Program Dr. Linda France Stine directed the Applied Archaeology Laboratory. Stine’s community-engaged work with the Bentonville Civil War Battlefield State Historic Site, the Blandwood Historic Mansion, Guilford Courthouse National Military Park, and other local and regional organizations provided students with diverse training in archaeology laboratory and field methods. The Applied Archaeology Laboratory continues this tradition of engaging with local communities and providing high-impact learning opportunities for students.

Volunteers and Community Partners

Individuals or community organizations interested in volunteering for or partnering with the Applied Archaeology Lab on issues of regional historic preservation projects or seeking advice on regional historic preservation projects should contact the Director of the Archaeology Program, Dr. Charles Egeland (cpegelan@uncg.edu).