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| C.A.F.G. Announce The Val Whittaker Memorial Archaeology Prize |
Valerie Whittaker was a founding member of the Cambridge Archaeology Field Group in 1979. She and others had attended local evening classes in archaeology where they were encouraged to undertake practical projects. From this they formed what is now the Cambridge Archaeology Field Group (CAFG), and started a programme of field walking at sites around the Gogmagog Hills. Over the subsequent years the work was extended into other areas of south west Cambridgeshire. Valerie organised various projects for the Group and also was keen to join excavations by local organisations. Throughout this time she always encouraged new members, particularly young people interested in archaeology. Sadly Valerie died in 2005 at a relatively young age.
Valerie left a bequest to Cambridge Archaeology Field Group, which agreed that the money should be used to encourage people of all ages studying archaeology. The best way seemed to be to help with the cost of a training excavation or other archaeological training, or the purchase of relevant books or equipment.
Who is eligible and how to apply...
The Prize:
CAFG is offering a prize or prizes up to a total of £150 each year towards the cost of a training excavation, other archaeological course or the purchase of relevant books or equipment to help you in your interest. The total prize money for the year may go to one person or may be divided among worthy applicants.
All applicants will be offered free membership of CAFG for one year. |
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