Tomás Gallareta Cervera is a Méxican archaeologist and anthropologist at Kenyon College, Ohio, where he is an Assistant Professor of Anthropology and Latino Studies
For over 20 years, he has been a professional archaeologist in the Maya area. He examines the role of place-making and monumental architecture in the development of royal authority during the Preclassic and Classic periods.
His research focuses on the rise of divine kingship during the Terminal Preclassic at the Chan Chich site in Belize, notably its Upper Plaza, a palace group elevated seven meters above the main plaza.
In addition, he is interested in understanding the power dynamics between the archaeological landscape and its various stakeholders, including locals, tourists, institutions, politicians, and archaeologists. His research project, "Voices Of The Puuc Angels: Rural Life Among The Archaeological Ruins In The Yucatan Peninsula," uses oral history to contribute to the decolonization of contemporary archaeology.
For over 20 years, he has been a professional archaeologist in the Maya area. He examines the role of place-making and monumental architecture in the development of royal authority during the Preclassic and Classic periods.
His research focuses on the rise of divine kingship during the Terminal Preclassic at the Chan Chich site in Belize, notably its Upper Plaza, a palace group elevated seven meters above the main plaza.
In addition, he is interested in understanding the power dynamics between the archaeological landscape and its various stakeholders, including locals, tourists, institutions, politicians, and archaeologists. His research project, "Voices Of The Puuc Angels: Rural Life Among The Archaeological Ruins In The Yucatan Peninsula," uses oral history to contribute to the decolonization of contemporary archaeology.
