Laurie Burgess

Laurie Burgess
Laurie Burgess analyses glass beads using a zoom microscope.
OccupationHistorical archaeologist
Known forStudy of glass beads, coffin hardware, repatriation
Academic background
EducationPennsylvania State University (Bachelor of Arts)
University of Maryland (Master of Science)
Academic work
DisciplineHistorical archaeology
InstitutionsSmithsonian Institution

Laurie E. Burgess is an American museum professional, archaeologist, and repatriation expert specializing in glass trade beads and coffin hardware. She chaired the department of anthropology and developed an international repatriation program within the Smithsonian Institution’s National Museum of Natural History.

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