‘There’s no time like the present’, as the adage goes – and those who specialise in Contemporary Archaeology certainly agree. John Schofield explores how applying archaeological techniques to the material remains of our own times can illuminate current issues, as well as improving our understanding of the past.

Contemporary archaeologist John Schofield on how archaeology can deliver 'small wins' on climate, injustice and the world's most urgent problems. Hybrid: 2 July

A blog looking at CIfA's approach to defining its mission, in the context presented by wicked problems, and archaeology's contribution to solving them via small wins.

Like the bronze and iron ages, plastic is defining an archaeological era.

Archaeological and systemic context for the plastic age: Theorising the formation of contemporary and future archaeological records - Volume 3

Archaeological and systemic context for the plastic age: Theorising the formation of contemporary and future archaeological records - Volume 3

Special issue: Papers in Honour of Tim Schadla-Hall. Editor: Gabriel Moshenska. Volume 22, Issue 2-4 of Public Archaeology

This paper explores the heritage value of euphoric experiences, where the meaning and significance of places are often established instantly, ‘in the moment’. By convention, heritage assets are ass...