Written by: RETROactive staff
After the launch of the RETROactive Live Alberta Heritage Speaker Series a couple days ago, we are pleased to invite you to our next online webinar. This talk will be delivered by Robert H. Gustas, geomatics technologist for the Historic Resources Management Branch.
Digital heritage is the use of digital representations, records and datasets to document, interpret and preserve archaeological sites, artifacts, built heritage and traditional use locations. The implementation of digital technologies in archaeological and historical research and conservation has ushered in a foundational change to the practice of preserving, documenting and recording Alberta’s history. In this presentation we will learn how different sections at the Historic Resource Management Branch (HRMB) use these new technologies by exploring case studies from projects across the province.
Have you ever wondered how an archaeological site gets its name? Or how GPS knows your exact location? What is the deal with drones and how are they revolutionizing data collection? In Bits, Bytes and Borden Numbers we will answer these and many more questions and learn the basics behind the technologies that power the modern practice of heritage management. Additionally, we will learn about different digital resources and datasets that are available to the public and how you can engage with digital heritage.
For your reference, Robert will be consulting a number of public-facing digital resources during his presentation, including:
- Alberta Geospatial Services Platform (AGSP)
- Listing of Historic Resources Web Application
- Alberta Geographical Place Names Webmap
- Heritage Resources Management Information System (HeRMIS)
- “Our record in stone”: Blackfoot perspectives of Okotoks (RETROactive)
View the registration link to sign up.
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