Beyond the 50-Year Rule
Beyond the 50-Year Rule
Podcast Description
Beyond the 50-Year Rule was created by the Utah Cultural Site Stewardship (UCSS) Program. UCSS is a volunteer program that enlists the public to assist land managers by safeguarding cultural resources through site monitoring, special projects and educational events. UCSS has over 400 active volunteers, making the program the largest in the nation. UCSS also spearheads public engagement and education surround cultural resources.
Beyond the 50-Year rule is a look into the UCSS Program, to learn from our partners, connect more to the intangible history here in Utah and to experience the positive impacts the world of cultural resources is experiencing thanks to the united front of public and professionals that work together to protect Utah’s heritage.
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The podcast focuses on cultural heritage preservation, community engagement, and educational initiatives with episodes discussing topics like the importance of cultural resource stewardship and interviews with key figures involved in the UCSS Program, highlighting local projects and volunteer experiences.
Welcome to the Utah Archaeology Podcast, brought to you by the Utah State Historic Preservation Office. Join us every month as we explore the rich history and prehistory of this fascinating western state. From ancient cultures and unexpected artifact finds to forgotten stories and modern preservation science, we dig into everything archaeology across the Beehive State.
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The Utah Archaeology Podcast welcomes its new host, Chris Merritt! Chris is the State Historic Preservation Officer for Utah and an archaeologist by training. In this season’s inaugural episode, Chris sits down with archaeologist Elizabeth Hora to unpack the enduring mystery and vibrant legacy of Utah’s Fremont culture. Together, they explore the realities behind the Fremont name, the science of recreating ancient ochre pigments, and what prehistoric rock writing reveals about territorial life in the Uinta Basin.
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