Gay. Let people enjoy them. And amateur archeologists have contributed mightily to the body of knowledge. Why is archeology the sole domain on universities and government?
because that’s where the money is
Rich men funded expeditions in days gone by but were criticized for nor being professionals and their work did not meet academic standards
Absolutely right. My state has many archeology sites that would be unknown except for the knowledge provided by us “amateurs” and shared with a few state archaeologist that actually make an effort at sharing information. The museums in southern Ohio are a big disappointment. The historical society’s on the other hand have a wealth of information and displays. I went to Butler county’s historical society and was amazed at all the history amassed in one location. The lady there went behind the display counter and pulled out the “Hueston Axe” (a famous pipe tomahawk) and handed it to me. What a personal touch. I went to the Warren county historical society and saw ten times more Fort Ancient arrowheads then at the actual Fort Ancient museum (plaster cast) they had. The whole brace of Jaeger rifles there got my mouth watering, haha.