Grounded in critical heritage studies and drawing on a Pacific Northwest Coast case study, Maritime Heritage in Crisis explores the causes and consequences of the contemporary destruction of Indigenous heritage sites in maritime settings. Maritime heritage landscapes are undergoing a period of unprecedented crisis: these areas are severely impacted by coastal development, continued population growth and climate change. Indigenous heritage sites are thought to be particularly vulnerable to these changes and cultural resource management is frequently positioned as a community’s first line of defense, yet there is increasing evidence that this archaeological technique is an ineffective means of protection. Exploring themes of colonial dislocation and displacement, Hutchings positions North American archaeology as neoliberal statecraft: a tool of government designed to promote and permit the systematic clearance of Indigenous heritage landscapes in advance of economic development. Presenting the institution of archaeology and cultural resource management as a grave threat to Indigenous maritime heritage, Maritime Heritage in Crisis offers an important lesson on the relationship between neoliberal heritage regimes and global ecological breakdown.

Maritime heritage landscapes are undergoing a period of unprecedented crisis, severely impacted by coastal development, population growth and climate change. Presenting archaeology and CRM as a grave threat, this volume offers an important lesson on the relationship between neoliberal heritage regimes and global ecological breakdown.

"Documenting Maritime Heritage at Risk addresses the need to document coastal heritage and considers attendant questions regarding long-term conservation, and the role communities could have in addressing this issue. Presenting community-based case studies and guidance on survey methodologies, the book offers insights into the documentation and analysis of coastal heritage, and the potential of digital tools. Communities living along the coast, who are deeply attached to their heritage, are facing these threats very directly - and often with a sense of having little agency in the discussions or decisions being taken. Yet, as the book demonstrates, they could have a central role to play as first-hand observers of the impact of climate change on their heritage. The collection offers an overview of the invaluable role different participants, working collectively, could have in the documentation and management of endangered maritime heritage. Documenting Maritime Heritage at Risk provides a vital resource for researchers and students engaged in the study of maritime heritage. It will also be of great interest to practitioners, such as local heritage or conservation officers and marine engineers who bear the primary responsibility for maintaining coastal heritage sites"--

Focusing on state-of-the-art technology and the most up-to-date discoveries to be applied to maritime heritage preservation, the book also contains contributions from scholars and professionals on the future of historic harbours, dockyards and other similar maritime structures in today's world.

Interpreting Maritime History at Museums and Historic Sites lays the groundwork for keeping this heritage alive in museums and historic sites. It provides the broadest spectrum of discussion and direction for those approaching new installations, projects and programming. Highlights of its wide-range include: •Historic vessels and shipbuilding •Freshwater maritime history, including a focus on regionalism •Maritime archaeology, including shipwrecks •Scientific history, including the environment •Recreational history, including rowing, fishing, racing, and cruising •Lighthouses and lifesaving stations

This book investigates the vulnerabilities of maritime heritage sites worldwide in the face of environmental stressors, including changing sea levels, coastal erosion, flooding, and storm surges. It aims to reach professionals and researchers in the fields of archaeology, anthropology, history, cultural studies, and heritage management, providing them with a comprehensive understanding of the challenges faced by maritime heritage sites due to climate change. The book offers valuable insights into the relationship between communities and their maritime heritage, highlighting the social, economic, and cultural significance of these sites to local populations. It also appeals to policymakers, conservationists, and environmentalists, urging them to recognize the urgent need for preservation and the development of resilient strategies to protect these sites from the impacts of climate change. Additionally, the book targets educators and students, serving as a resource for academic courses and programs focused on cultural heritage, environmental studies, and sustainable development.