Archaeological experimentation

Archaeological experimentation involves carefully recreating ancient tools, structures, or processes to better understand how people in the past lived and worked. By testing these methods in controlled or real-world settings, researchers can gain insights into the techniques, skills, and resources used by ancient cultures. This process helps validate archaeological interpretations, improve knowledge of technology and daily life, and refine historical reconstructions. Essentially, it’s a scientific way to bridge the gap between artifacts and the behaviors that produced them, making the past more comprehensible through careful, methodical testing.