Intern Spotlight: Kaitlin Sennewald – The Lost Towns Project

This is the first in a series of posts highlighting our awesome summer interns! First up is Kaitlin Sennewald from the University of Maryland.

“My name is Kaitlin Sennewald, and I’m a rising senior at the University of Maryland. I am studying Environmental Science and Policy with a concentration in Culture and Environment. This summer, through my internship with Lost Towns, I am learning about archaeology lab and field methods by assisting in excavations and processing material from many different sites, including Whitehall, River Farm, and Kinder Farm.

Kaitlin (L) with fellow intern Julia (R) at the River Farm Site in Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary

“I have learned a lot about processing artifacts as well as about field techniques, including excavation, site mapping, and artifact identification. I also look forward to learning more about local history by participating in digs at multiple different sites throughout the summer.”

Thanks, Kaitlin! It’s been a pleasure working with you this summer.

Your support can help us provide internships to the next generation of archaeology and historic preservation professionals! If you are able, please consider making a tax-deductible internship donation to the Lost Towns Project today. Every contribution, no matter the size, makes a big difference in preserving local history. Thank you!