I am an archaeologist with experience teaching, researching, and writing about precontact archaeology in North America, particularly in the American Southwest and in New England. I have a PhD in anthropology Binghamton University and have taught courses both there and at Connecticut College.
I am also a museum professional, currently working as Exhibits Researcher at Mystic Seaport Museum, helping to develop new exhibits and creating display signage, all with an emphasis on maritime social history. I also have experience in cataloging and management of historical and anthropological collections.
Prior to becoming an archaeologist, I was a practicing attorney. I continue to draw on my legal background, researching the legal and ethical issues surrounding NAGPRA, cultural heritage, decolonization of museums, and the repatriation of material culture and art. I recently completed two terms serving on the Society for American Archaeology's Committee on Repatriation, which included extensive work on and contributions to the SAA's new Statement Concerning the Treatment of Human Remains.
Other research has included work on pseudoarchaeology and an anthropologically informed study of leave no trace ethics on public lands in the pandemic era.
I am also a museum professional, currently working as Exhibits Researcher at Mystic Seaport Museum, helping to develop new exhibits and creating display signage, all with an emphasis on maritime social history. I also have experience in cataloging and management of historical and anthropological collections.
Prior to becoming an archaeologist, I was a practicing attorney. I continue to draw on my legal background, researching the legal and ethical issues surrounding NAGPRA, cultural heritage, decolonization of museums, and the repatriation of material culture and art. I recently completed two terms serving on the Society for American Archaeology's Committee on Repatriation, which included extensive work on and contributions to the SAA's new Statement Concerning the Treatment of Human Remains.
Other research has included work on pseudoarchaeology and an anthropologically informed study of leave no trace ethics on public lands in the pandemic era.
