Location: cajamarca, peru
Session Dates: June 16 – July 2, 2025
Application Deadline: March 1, 2025
Deadline Type: Rolling
Website: https://ifrglobal.org/program/peru-cajamarca-ethnoarchaeology/
Program Type:
Field School
RPA Certified:
No
Affiliation:
Institute for Field Research (IFR)
Project Director:
Dr. Solsiré Cusicanqui
Project Description:
This fascinating program combines immersive learning, advanced technologies, and collaboration with local communities to offer a transformative experience in the northern Andes of Peru. You’ll study weaving techniques and textile production to explore how archaeology and living traditions can preserve heritage and community. Reflect on 2000 years of history to the present day as you integrate archaeology and ethnography, diving into Andean identity and resilience through contact with local artisans. Supplement your fieldwork with visits to museums and archaeological sites, providing a deeper context for Cajamarca’s cultural history.
Field school highlights:
Period(s) of Occupation: Contemporary Northern Andes of Peru
Project Size: 1-24 participants
Minimum Length of Stay for Volunteers: Students are expected to stay the full length of the program.
Minimum Age: 18
Experience Required: None
Room and Board Arrangements:
You’ll have a range of housing in this program as it moves locations throughout your time. Rooms may be single or double, depending on availability.
In Lima, Cajamarca, and Lambayeque, you’ll stay in a branch of Costa del Sol Hotels. Breakfast and lunch will be provided in these locations, but you will be responsible for your own dinner from local restaurants or supermarkets.
While in, San Miguel, you’ll be housed in a traditional hacienda house that has been converted into a hotel, located two blocks from the main plaza. All meals will be provided while in San Miguel, prepared by local families.
This program will try to accommodate dietary restrictions and allergies, but you should communicate with the program director in advance, and consider reaching out to discuss any specific dietary needs before applying.
Academic Credit:
TBA
Institute for Field Research
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