Alison James
@alisonjamesmsds.bsky.social
Maritime archaeologist at @msdsmarine.bsky.social, NAS Trustee, diving instructor and lover of protected wreck sites. Also mum of two boys with a daft dog and a campervan!
I wrote something! It’s taken me ages to write this and I’ve been super nervous to put it out there but do give it a read. I’d love to hear about the experiences of others 😊
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Alison has written a blog! We understand everyone’s situation is unique, experiences are never the same but awareness is the first step to addressing issues regarding inclusivity. Let’s start a conversation!
You can read the blog here: msdsmarine.com/diving-back-...
You can read the blog here: msdsmarine.com/diving-back-...
Diving Back In: Starting a Conversation for Women in Maritime Archaeology
In this blog Alison James shares a brutally honest account of the issues surrounding diving for women in maritime archaeology. I don’t know if I will ever release this blog as its deeply personal (and...
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June 4, 2025 at 8:53 PM
I wrote something! It’s taken me ages to write this and I’ve been super nervous to put it out there but do give it a read. I’d love to hear about the experiences of others 😊
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My lovely mum is exhibiting her archaeology inspired art collection this weekend in the Peak District. If you love art and archaeology and are close by do go and see her ... there will be original art, prints and affordable pieces for every budget.
#archaeology #peakdistrict #derbyshireopenart
#archaeology #peakdistrict #derbyshireopenart
May 23, 2025 at 11:00 AM
My lovely mum is exhibiting her archaeology inspired art collection this weekend in the Peak District. If you love art and archaeology and are close by do go and see her ... there will be original art, prints and affordable pieces for every budget.
#archaeology #peakdistrict #derbyshireopenart
#archaeology #peakdistrict #derbyshireopenart
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Calling all @unisouthampton.bsky.social archaeology students! We've just posted a year in employment opportunity on the jobs board... and the best bit is its paid! Come and join us for a valuable year of on the job training 😊
@danpascoe79.bsky.social @fsturt.bsky.social @helenfarr.bsky.social
@danpascoe79.bsky.social @fsturt.bsky.social @helenfarr.bsky.social
March 24, 2025 at 2:28 PM
Calling all @unisouthampton.bsky.social archaeology students! We've just posted a year in employment opportunity on the jobs board... and the best bit is its paid! Come and join us for a valuable year of on the job training 😊
@danpascoe79.bsky.social @fsturt.bsky.social @helenfarr.bsky.social
@danpascoe79.bsky.social @fsturt.bsky.social @helenfarr.bsky.social
Post a warning ⚠
March 23, 2025 at 12:21 PM
Post a warning ⚠
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📢📢 #FindsFriday blog alert! 📢📢
Our MSDS Conservator, Carola Del Mese, gets to work with all sorts of wonderful artefacts. In this blog Carola shares her recent experiences conserving the Stopham sword mount for the Novium Museum.
msdsmarine.com/conserving-t...
#archaeology #conservation #heritage
Our MSDS Conservator, Carola Del Mese, gets to work with all sorts of wonderful artefacts. In this blog Carola shares her recent experiences conserving the Stopham sword mount for the Novium Museum.
msdsmarine.com/conserving-t...
#archaeology #conservation #heritage
Conserving the Stopham Sword Mount
Our MSDS Conservator, Carola Del Mese, gets to work with all sorts of wonderful artefacts. In this blog Carola shares her recent experiences conserving the Stopham sword mount. Late in 2024, MSDS Heri...
msdsmarine.com
March 21, 2025 at 10:41 AM
📢📢 #FindsFriday blog alert! 📢📢
Our MSDS Conservator, Carola Del Mese, gets to work with all sorts of wonderful artefacts. In this blog Carola shares her recent experiences conserving the Stopham sword mount for the Novium Museum.
msdsmarine.com/conserving-t...
#archaeology #conservation #heritage
Our MSDS Conservator, Carola Del Mese, gets to work with all sorts of wonderful artefacts. In this blog Carola shares her recent experiences conserving the Stopham sword mount for the Novium Museum.
msdsmarine.com/conserving-t...
#archaeology #conservation #heritage
I would have liked to have gone but apparently the thought of me going into my son’s school is mortifying and he’d never talk to me again 🤦🏻♀️
Jenny and Mat are at Belper School today taking part in a careers day.
Lets see if we can get the next generation of maritime archaeologists onboard!
#maritimearchaeology #maritimeheritage #BelperSchool
Lets see if we can get the next generation of maritime archaeologists onboard!
#maritimearchaeology #maritimeheritage #BelperSchool
March 20, 2025 at 1:16 PM
I would have liked to have gone but apparently the thought of me going into my son’s school is mortifying and he’d never talk to me again 🤦🏻♀️
Thinking of Rex's family and friends today. He was wonderful and will be missed.
www.thetimes.com/uk/obituarie...
www.thetimes.com/uk/obituarie...
March 17, 2025 at 1:17 PM
Thinking of Rex's family and friends today. He was wonderful and will be missed.
www.thetimes.com/uk/obituarie...
www.thetimes.com/uk/obituarie...
The niece wanted a Barbie for her birthday… it’s never to young to start the careers advice right?
#maritimearchaeology
#maritimearchaeology
March 15, 2025 at 3:05 PM
The niece wanted a Barbie for her birthday… it’s never to young to start the careers advice right?
#maritimearchaeology
#maritimearchaeology
You know it’s been a long day when the train station looks beautiful!
January 15, 2025 at 8:06 PM
You know it’s been a long day when the train station looks beautiful!
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Have you voted in the Current Archaeology awards yet? The Klein Hollandia project has been nominated for the research project of the year award. It would be WONDERFUL to see a underwater archaeology project win here so take a minute to vote here: archaeology.co.uk/vote
#maritimeheritage #shipwreck
#maritimeheritage #shipwreck
Current Archaeology Awards - Current Archaeology
Voting has now opened for the Current Archaeology Awards! Which people, projects and publications deserve recognition?
archaeology.co.uk
December 17, 2024 at 7:49 PM
Have you voted in the Current Archaeology awards yet? The Klein Hollandia project has been nominated for the research project of the year award. It would be WONDERFUL to see a underwater archaeology project win here so take a minute to vote here: archaeology.co.uk/vote
#maritimeheritage #shipwreck
#maritimeheritage #shipwreck
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As part of the 21st Century Challenges in Archaeology Project, a survey has been launched seeking the experiences of people who have used local authority archaeology services (e.g. planning advice, Historic Environment Records, museum archives/collections). Take part: forms.office.com/e/BasgNR3fgu
Microsoft Forms
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November 26, 2024 at 11:43 AM
As part of the 21st Century Challenges in Archaeology Project, a survey has been launched seeking the experiences of people who have used local authority archaeology services (e.g. planning advice, Historic Environment Records, museum archives/collections). Take part: forms.office.com/e/BasgNR3fgu
Other account now deleted for both my personal account and the @msdsmarine.bsky.social account! This seems a much nicer place and I am happy to be here :)
November 26, 2024 at 8:20 PM
Other account now deleted for both my personal account and the @msdsmarine.bsky.social account! This seems a much nicer place and I am happy to be here :)