Nordisk Netværk for Urban Arkæologi (NUA)

The project will develop a Nordic network for archaeologists working with urban archaeology. Among other things, the network will ensure that the large amount of current research in the field is shared across the Nordic region.

Published Jun 2, 2023

The applicant wrote about the project:

We want to develop a Nordic network for archaeologists working with urban archaeology – both in practice, communication and as a research focus. The process will be initiated by gathering interested parties for a three-day workshop that will serve as the basis for the formation of a formal network. The idea was born out of the great activity that has taken place – and continues to take place – in the field over the last 10-15 years. Especially in Norway, Sweden and Denmark, major urban infrastructure projects have resulted in very large archaeological excavations, with significant knowledge growth and new archaeological perspectives.

Comment from the Fund:

Archaeology, which focuses on life in Nordic cities, is developing rapidly, and therefore there is a great need for projects that can bring together research and ensure that it is communicated to a large audience from the academic community.