Lunch & Learn at the Riley Museum – The History of the Turpentine Industry with Barbara Clark

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Meet the lecturer!

Barbara Clark is a Registered Professional Archaeologist and currently serves as the Regional Director for the Northwest and North Central Regional Centers of the Florida Public Archaeology Network (FPAN). She earned a B.S. in Anthropology from Florida State University in 2005, followed by an M.A. in Archaeology and Heritage from the University of Leicester in 2008. Barbara also holds a second M.A. in Public Administration from the University of West Florida.

Barbara is a passionate advocate for the preservation and understanding of Florida’s cultural heritage. She plays an active role in several organizations dedicated to this cause, including the Tallahassee Trust for Historic Preservation and the National Forests in Florida Rural Advisory Committee. Additionally, she co-hosts the award-winning podcast, "Archaeology Books for Fun", where she and her colleague engage with topics related to archaeology and cultural preservation.

Her professional interests span a variety of fields, including public archaeology, historical archaeology, historic cemetery preservation, and the development of community-driven preservation initiatives through asset-based community development.