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Ahna Lee Feldstein

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Summary

Dynamic Archaeology Collections Specialist with M-NCPPC, skilled in data analysis and educational program development. Proven ability to enhance visitor engagement through innovative exhibit design and effective communication. Successfully collaborated on multi-disciplinary projects, fostering teamwork and advancing archaeological knowledge while preserving artifacts and promoting cultural awareness.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Archaeology Collections Specialist

M-NCPPC Natural and Historic Resources Division
Prince George’s County
01.2023 - Current
  • Collaborated with teams both inside and outside of the organization on multi-disciplinary projects involving archaeology and nature.
  • Conducted field investigations, recoveries, and anthropological analysis of remains.
  • Taught students, interns, and junior professionals about principles and practices of anthropology.
  • Planned and presented interpretive programs on natural history, cultural anthropology, archaeology, and folklore.
  • Created interpretive displays for museums and visitor centers.
  • Answered questions, pointed out overlooked features and offered further details about special exhibits to educate visitors.
  • Researched and updated interpretive exhibits on flora and fauna in the area.
  • Provided interpretive programs to visitors, including hikes and nature walks.
  • Structured database architecture to coordinate information and improve retrieval, organization and modeling of data points.
  • Operated a variety of machinery and tools safely and efficiently.

Assistant Summer Camp Director

Montgomery County Department of Parks
Derwood
06.2024 - 08.2024
  • Promoted fun, safe and inclusive environment by monitoring activity of campers to identify and address behavioral issues.
  • Maintained accurate records including daily attendance logs, incident reports, and medical forms.
  • Established and built relationships with campers to ease fears in new environment.
  • Planned, organized, facilitated, and promoted diverse recreational programs focused on archaeology and nature.
  • Developed individualized behavior management plans for campers with special needs.
  • Trained and mentored new camp counselors, sharing best practices and ensuring consistent quality of camper experiences.
  • Led educational workshops on environmental conservation, fostering a sense of responsibility and awareness among campers.

Barn Staff Member

Garrison Forest
Owings Mills
02.2024 - 05.2024
  • Handled, walked, and brushed horses.
  • Mixed feed, additives and medicines in prescribed portions.
  • Used all-terrain vehicles to patrol expansive land holding, pastures and grazing areas to monitor animal activities.
  • Maintained accurate records of vaccinations, worming schedules, and medical treatments for each horse.
  • Monitored horse health through observation of behavior, attitude and physical condition.
  • Performed regular inspections of fencing and stalls to identify any potential hazards or damage.
  • Held horses for veterinarian during health checks and care or for farrier for trimming and shoeing of horse hooves.
  • Maintained stock health with proactive grooming, clipping, trimming, parasite control, castration, and shearing.
  • Cleaned and refilled feed buckets and waterers.
  • Responded quickly to emergency situations involving horses or riders.

Museum Guide

Gibson House Museum
Boston
09.2023 - 12.2023
  • Displayed strong public speaking skills and communication abilities to facilitate highest quality tour for guests.
  • Conducted guided tours for groups of varying sizes around the museum's galleries and displays.
  • Researched site history and environmental conditions to plan appropriate expeditions, instruction and commentary.
  • Greeted and assisted customers with booking reservations and answering additional questions, both in person and over phone.
  • Ensured that all areas of the museum were clean and well-maintained at all times.
  • Checked exhibits frequently for cleaning and maintenance needs to keep areas organized and tidy.
  • Assisted in educating guests on the history and significance of artifacts, paintings, sculptures, and other pieces on display in the museum.

Zooarchaeology Intern

Crow Canyon Archaeological Center
Cortez
05.2023 - 08.2023
  • Collaborated with local communities on preservation initiatives.
  • Excavated and identified faunal remains recovered from archaeological excavations as a subject matter expert in zooarchaeology.
  • Assisted with the laboratory analysis of faunal remains recovered from sites.
  • Prepared specimens for laboratory analysis and long-term storage.
  • Conducted research into the habitat and conditions of animals in the wild and captivity.
  • Analyzed data from field studies using statistical methods to identify trends in human-animal interaction.
  • Identified and classified animal bones by analyzing characteristics and traits.
  • Read, interpreted, and applied quality control methods to collected archaeological data.

Museum Educator and Assistant

Historic Newton Museums
Newton
09.2022 - 05.2023
  • Coordinated outreach activities to encourage people from different backgrounds to engage with the museum's programmes.
  • Developed and delivered educational programs to meet the needs of a diverse range of audiences.
  • Created lesson plans based on current and relevant topics in museum education.
  • Assisted with the development and implementation of new initiatives for public engagement.
  • Monitored visitors' activities to confirm compliance with establishment or tour regulations and safety practices.
  • Described tour points of interest to group members, responding to general inquiries and questions.
  • Conducted research into museum collections, exhibitions and topics related to educational programming.
  • Collected fees and tickets from group members.

Assistant Archaeologist/Program Aide

M-NCPPC Montgomery Parks Cultural Resources Stewardship Section
Derwood
01.2022 - 08.2022
  • Supervised the analysis of artifacts, including cataloging, sorting, measuring, photographing, and labeling in a laboratory setting.
  • Documented all stages of fieldwork with photographs and field reports.
  • Coordinated field surveys and excavations, including site mapping, and artifact collection.
  • Worked with Geographic Information System software to create maps of sites and features within a site.
  • Developed key relationships with archaeologists in local areas through extensive collaboration, communication and information sharing to advance collective knowledge and success in field operations.
  • Performed recurring data collection of information from area to assess trends and draw important conclusions.
  • Participated in public outreach events such as lectures, museum displays, educational programs and media interviews.
  • Assessed archeological sites for resource management, development and conservation purposes to recommend methods for site protection.
  • Assisted with the preparation of environmental impact assessments for proposed development projects.

Education

Master of Arts - Archaeology

Boston University
Boston, MA
01-2024

Bachelor of Science - Anthropology, Archaeology & History

University of Maryland, College Park
College Park, MD
01.2021

Skills

  • Data analysis
  • Database management
  • Technical writing
  • Field research
  • Artifact preservation
  • Customer service
  • Educational program development
  • Team collaboration
  • Exhibit design
  • Wildlife identification
  • Plant identification
  • Zoology background

Certification

  • Red Cross CPR and First Aid

Languages

Spanish
Limited
Korean
Elementary

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Assistant Summer Camp Director

Montgomery County Department of Parks
06.2024 - 08.2024

Barn Staff Member

Garrison Forest
02.2024 - 05.2024

Museum Guide

Gibson House Museum
09.2023 - 12.2023

Zooarchaeology Intern

Crow Canyon Archaeological Center
05.2023 - 08.2023

Archaeology Collections Specialist

M-NCPPC Natural and Historic Resources Division
01.2023 - Current

Museum Educator and Assistant

Historic Newton Museums
09.2022 - 05.2023

Assistant Archaeologist/Program Aide

M-NCPPC Montgomery Parks Cultural Resources Stewardship Section
01.2022 - 08.2022

Master of Arts - Archaeology

Boston University

Bachelor of Science - Anthropology, Archaeology & History

University of Maryland, College Park

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