About Archaeo-Logic
I’m Emily, an archaeologist and community engagement specialist, with a background in education, public outreach, and research. I am passionate about finding new ways to engage with the public and bring archaeology to wider audiences.
I have a PhD in Community Engagement in Development-funded Archaeology and I founded Archaeo-Logic to allow me to build on my doctoral research into community engagement and apply it within the archaeology and heritage sector.
Mission, Vision and Values
At Archaeo-Logic, I specialise in community and public archaeology, providing tailored consultancy services to meet the unique needs of my clients. I believe in the power of archaeology to enrich communities, promote cultural heritage and generate community values. My approach combines innovative strategies with a passion for education, ensuring that every project not only meets professional standards but also inspires and engages the public in meaningful ways.
Mission: To make archaeology accessible for a wide audience through meaningful engagement, connecting people to the past in ways that matter today.
Vision: I envisage an archaeology sector where engagement is not an afterthought, but embedded within every stage of research, interpretation and practice.
Values: I believe archaeology should be accessible, collaborative and creative – rooted in ethical practice and shaped through dialogue. Every project I take on is guided by a commitment to meaningful engagement, critical reflection and the belief that heritage can inspire connection.
Strategic Support
Project planning, design and evaluation.
Hands on Engagement
Public digs, workshops, events, school programmes and more!
Creative Storytelling
Interpretation, exhibitions, digital experiences.
A Little About Me
I’m Dr Emily Johnston, and I am a community engagement specialist.
I have recently successfully defended a PhD which researched community engagement in development-funded archaeology in Scotland. As part of my doctoral research, I created Outreach in Scottish Archaeology (www.outreachscotarch.org) which collates data on community archaeology practices.
I am a skilled archaeologist, having worked on research excavations in Italy and in commercial archaeology in the UK. I also have experience in working in Education (including Primary education and Higher Education), heritage tourism and outreach roles.
