Description

ArchaeoSpain participants will be joining the ongoing archaeological excavation and restoration of the Early Christian and Byzantine settlement of Son Pereto, located in the eastern part of Mallorca, the largest of the Balearic Islands.

Son Pereto is one of the most important sites for the period on the islands and a notable example of Early Christian architecture. Archaeologists have already uncovered a basilica, a baptistery with two baptismal basins and two sectors of adjacent rooms used for housing and funeral rites.

The current project, managed by the Manacor Historical Museum and the University of Barcelona, began in 2005, and since then we have aimed to preserve and restore the remains uncovered during the 20th-century excavations, especially standing structures such as the foundations of several walls and untouched graves. So far the graves uncovered have been found in excellent condition.

We will focus on the excavation and restoration of the baptistery.

ArchaeoSpain at Son Pereto involves restoration, excavation, mapping and artifact conservation. We are looking for four adventurous people to join a crew working alongside professional archaeologists and anthropologists from the University of Barcelona, Manacor Museum staff and local volunteers. The ArchaeoSpain participants will be guided by an archaeologist who speaks English, Spanish and the local Catalan.

All participants are expected to engage in all archaeological activities during the program. While Spanish-speaking ability is not a prerequisite, we will be immersed in both Spanish and Catalan languages daily. Work will be demanding due to the summer heat and the physical nature of the excavation (picks, shovels, trowels and wheelbarrows) so participants should be in reasonable physical condition and in good health.

Also, the group will make time to experience the island away from the shovels and wheelbarrows, either by relaxing at a cafe bar, our seaside patio, or by visiting several nearby Talayotic, Roman, Byzantine, Moorish and Medieval sites of interest. The capital city of Palma is about 45 minutes from Son Pereto and the group will spend a day there. And of course we will frequent the island's excellent beaches.

In cooperation with students' universities, academic credit can be obtained.

Travel Types

• Archaeology
• Eco Tours
• Student Tours

Degree Level

Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Qualifications

None, we only ask that the participants have a desire to learn about archaeology, Spanish history and culture.

Languages

• English

Subject Areas

• Archaeology
• History
• Leisure Study
• Student Trips (non-credit)

Cost in US$:

USD 2,750

Cost Includes:

• Excursions
• Food
• Housing
• In-country orientation/Training
• In-country staff support
• Medical insurance
• Registration fees
• Travel while in host country
• Written materials pre-departure

Program Fees Include:

- Full Room and Board for the duration of the program
- Medical Insurance
- Excursions and other activities
- Transportation to and from airport on first and last days of program
- Application fee
- Administrative costs

Credit Available

yes

Experience Required

no

Volunteer Types

• Archaeology
• Conservation
• Eco-tourism
• Historic Preservation

Age Range

18-30

This Program is open to

Worldwide Participants.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Guest House

Participants Travel

Independently

Typically Participants Work

in Groups of 15

Application Process Involves

• Essay
• Written Application

Typically The Application Process Time is

One week

Post Services Include

• Alumni Network

ArchaeoSpain's Mission Statement

ArchaeoSpain is an educational organization founded in 2001 by a group of archaeologists and teachers with the goal of providing an opportunity for people from all over the world to participate in scientific research important archaeological excavations in Spain and Italy. We are committed to furthering cultural exchange and experience in archaeology.

Year Founded

2001