KLAIPEDA SEMINAR 2005

AERIAL PHOTOGRAPHY and COASTAL CULTURAL HERITAGE
Klaipeda University, Lithuania
16-20 November, 2005
http://archeo.amu.edu.pl/baltic/klaipeda2005

The aim of this seminar is to propagate the use of aerial photography for research and promotion of coastal cultural heritage. We expect participation of advanced students, professional archeologists, historians, and specialists working in the field of heritage protection and cultural tourism management.

Main purposes of the seminar:

• to present the methods and practice of aerial photography, mapping and interpretation of past sites and landscapes;
• to provide an opportunity to learn about aerial photography application for heritage protection and promotion;
• to develop collaboration within "regional network" associated with Culture2000 and Ars Baltica projects.

Suggested themes for the lectures/presentations:

• aerial recording and past landscape interpretation;
• integrating aerial evidence, geophysics, archaeological excavation and fieldwork data;
• use of aerial photography for coastal heritage protection and promotion.

Preliminary program*:

Wednesday, November 16. Arrival

Thursday, November 17. Lectures/presentations

Friday, November 18. Lectures/presentations

Saturday, November 19. Excursion

Sunday, November 20. Departure

*Detailed program will be confirmed later.

The seminar will be held at the Klaipeda University, main auditorium, H. Manto str. 84.

Deadline for registration August 15, 2005. For details, please, contact jaro@takas.lt .