Programs

UNDERWATER ARCHAEOLOGY IN MARYLAND

Maryland waters have always hidden treasure. In this illustrated lecture, Susan Langley explores the history of underwater archaeology in Maryland, including vessels from the Revolutionary War through World War II. Other vessels include a nineteenth century paddlewheeler, a flagship of the Fisheries Police from 1884-1931, and terrestrial sites such as Salisbury's Pemberton Hall which boasts the earliest bulkhead wharf in the country. Requires a slide projector and screen, and either an audio cassette player or a video player and television monitor. Adult and high school audiences.

Susan B. M. Langley is the State Underwater Archaeologist for the Maryland Historical Trust, Department of Housing and Community Development. She received her B.A. in Anthropology from the University of Toronto and her M.A. and Ph.D. in Archaeology from the University of Calgary. Dr. Langley also holds a certificate from Olds College from the Master Spinner Program and a certificate in Heritage Resource Management from the University of Calgary.