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Charlotte Williams is a research anthropological archaeologist focused on the intersection of history, archaeology, museums, and cultural heritage. Her research particularly examines the influence of U.S. imperial projects and corporations on archaeological sites, highlighting the legacies they have left behind. Williams holds an MPhil in archaeology from Cambridge University, with a specialization in Heritage and Museums, and a Ph.D. in Anthropology from the University of Pennsylvania. Her current book project delves into the historical involvement of the United Fruit Company in archaeological research across Central America. This investigation critiques how the company's motivations intertwined with the academic-military-industrial complex. Additionally, her research explores the historical archaeology of the U.S. Panama Canal Zone, addressing the conceptualizations of territory and ownership shaped by American interests. Committed to community archaeology and democratizing access to knowledge, Williams has consulted for museums, written essays, produced podcasts, and co-curated exhibitions in Peru, Belize, and Philadelphia. Her work has been supported by numerous prestigious institutions, including the Wenner-Gren Foundation and the Smithsonian.
University of California, Berkeley • Berkeley, CA
Conducts research on the intersection of archaeology, history, and cultural heritage with a focus on U.S. imperial influences.
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