Historical Archaeology 

Artefact is a leader in historical archaeology across NSW/ACT with extensive experience in managing complex and large-scale archaeological surveys and excavations.

Artefact has managed sensitive archaeological sites across areas of State, national and world heritage significance, such as the Greater Blue Mountains World Heritage Area and the Governor’s Domain at Parramatta.

Our team has operated extensively under State significant Infrastructure and Development approvals and are expert navigators of regulatory requirements.

Our highly experienced team have established expertise in up-front assessment of archaeology and fieldwork to manage archaeological remains as well as artefact analysis.

Illuminate the past to inspire the future

Historical Archaeology services

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  • Archaeological monitoring

  • Unexpected finds management

  • Human remains management

  • Archaeological research designs

  • Archaeological surveys and reporting

  • Section 57, Section 60 and Section 140 works applications

  • Archaeological zoning and management plans

  • Archaeological test excavations

  • Archaeological salvage

  • Artefact analysis

  • Geormorphology

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What our clients say

“I was impressed with Artefact's archaeological site investigation work in Redfern. Their expertise and professionalism and was exceptional. They seamlessly integrated their findings into our project, and their comprehensive reports were invaluable. I highly recommend Artefact for their outstanding services.”

Damon Washington, Senior Project Engineer, Richard Crookes Constructions