A taste of Archaeology
Explore the ways archaeologists find and examine evidence of the past, and investigate some very exciting discoveries. In the class we will handle and discuss some intriguing archaeological sites and artefacts, focussing on sites in London, and elsewhere. You will also find out about other archaeology courses at the City Lit.
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- Start Date: 30 Jul 2025End Date: 30 Jul 2025Wed (Daytime): 12:00 - 14:30In PersonFull fee £19.00 Senior fee £15.00 Concession £12.00
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What is the course about?
Explore the ways archaeologists find and examine evidence of the past.
What will we cover?
- the ways archaeologists find and examine evidence of the past, by investigating some very exciting sites.
-some intriguing archaeological artefacts found in London.
- other archaeology courses at the City Lit.
What will I achieve?
By the end of this course you should be able to...
Name and describe some ways archaeologists find out about the past, describe at least one archaeological discovery in detail, and plan some visits, courses and other ways to continue your interest in the subject.
What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?
The session is introductory and everyone is welcome.
How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?
You will be taught be lecture, power point, some group tasks and Q & A.
Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?
No other costs, but you may wish to bring pen and paper for notetaking..
When I've finished, what course can I do next?
Your tutor will share details of upcoming archaeology and historic London courses with you. Also see the City Lit for courses in London history and archaeology starting at the City Lit from September, 2025.
Jill Hummerstone has worked in the heritage sector for over 30 years: as a field archaeologist, for English Heritage, and latterly as a self employed consultant. She is a tutor of adults and children in archaeology, a subject she has loved since tramping the countryside looking for finds as a child. Jill graduated with a BA honours from the Institute of Archaeology, UCL and gained an MA in Managing Archaeological Sites also from the Institute. Her interests include field archaeology techniques, finds and conservation, management of archaeological sites, British Prehistory, the Archaeology of London, Garden Archaeology and indeed all archaeological sites up to the present day. She is as interested in the mundane finds which tell us about individuals in the past as she is in more spectacular finds. Jill believes that archaeology is a subject for all with an interest, and enjoys encouraging debate and critical thought amongst her classes- not just looking passively at the past but engaging with our diverse past, and finding meaning in artefacts and sites in a way accessible and enjoyable to all.
Please note: We reserve the right to change our tutors from those advertised. This happens rarely, but if it does, we are unable to refund fees due to this. Our tutors may have different teaching styles; however we guarantee a consistent quality of teaching in all our courses.
