Our research activities are fundamentally scientific, archaeological, and anthropological
Archaeological Excavation
The SEA Project excavates sites of historic and cultural significance in East Africa using the most cutting-edge methods and with intensive community participation.
Ethnography
Understanding how modern populations interact with the ocean through tangible and intangible cultural practices allows us to generate testable hypotheses concerning past behaviors. In addition, ethnographic research conducted today generates valuable information about current practices that would be of great use to future scholars.
Curation and Education
The SEA Project stores and curates ethnographic, archaeological, and other materials in a manner respectful of local cultural traditions. In addition to preserving important material culture, the curated materials are also used in museum displays and teaching kits for popular education.