“Hidden History of the Dry Tortugas” by Rachael Kangas: Members
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Thursday, Apr 6, 10:00-11:50 am (ONE DAY ONLY) – Classroom D108
Although much of the military and architectural history of Fort Jefferson is well-documented, there are some interesting details that have not been studied. Historic visitors have left messages on the walls of the Fort using a variety of materials. These inscriptions span the first few decades of the 20th century, a time when the Fort was not being officially utilized. This graffiti represents the only records of the Fort being used during periods of its abandonment.
Rachael Kangas earned her MA from the University of Central Florida in 2015. She is the Public Archaeology Coordinator for the Southwest Region of the Florida Public Archaeology Network, and conducts public archaeology and outreach in the region. Her specialties include Florida archaeology, public archeology, Maya archaeology, ceramic technology, and archaeological drawing.
Although much of the military and architectural history of Fort Jefferson is well-documented, there are some interesting details that have not been studied. Historic visitors have left messages on the walls of the Fort using a variety of materials. These inscriptions span the first few decades of the 20th century, a time when the Fort was not being officially utilized. This graffiti represents the only records of the Fort being used during periods of its abandonment.
Rachael Kangas earned her MA from the University of Central Florida in 2015. She is the Public Archaeology Coordinator for the Southwest Region of the Florida Public Archaeology Network, and conducts public archaeology and outreach in the region. Her specialties include Florida archaeology, public archeology, Maya archaeology, ceramic technology, and archaeological drawing.
