Archaeology and Education: Learning About The Past in Chavin de Huantar, Peru

Children in Chavín de Huántar, Peru, primarily perceive the site as a 'Golden-Age' period, largely due to tourism-focused narratives and limited educational outreach. The study reveals that local and national institutions often overlook the site's 3000+ years of history, with exceptions like the National Museum of Chavín. Despite political and communication barriers between the town and archaeological projects, collaborative efforts such as a summer camp and teacher workshop were well-received, demonstrating the potential for sustainable educational impact. The research underscores the need to decolonize historical teaching to empower Indigenous communities and women, while highlighting the role of archaeologists in fostering inclusive narratives.

Poirier, M. (2019). Archaeology and Education: Learning About The Past in Chavin de Huantar, Peru (Version 1) [Purdue University Graduate School]. https://doi.org/10.25394/PGS.8323640.V1