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First Thursdays Seminar Series:
Dr. James Delgado – Wreck Divers & Archaeologists:
A History of Maritime Archaeology in California
Thursday 3 April 2025 Seminar Series Live Zoom Event
Welcome & Lecture at 7:00 PM ET, Q&A to Follow
Seminars are free to attend, although we hope you will support the Series with a suggested $10 Seminar Guest donation.
Join us as renowned maritime archaeologist Dr. James Delgado, discusses his latest book, Wreck Divers & Archaeologists: A History of Maritime Archaeology in California, co-written with Thomas N. Layton. Drawing from decades of experience in maritime preservation, including his tenure directing NOAA’s Maritime Heritage Program, Dr. Delgado explores the evolution of maritime archaeology in California primarily through the influence of both amateur wreck divers and professional archaeologists. A recent review in Sea History magazine praised the book, stating it “…stands out as an essential contribution to the literature of maritime archaeology, inspiring readers to appreciate the stories hidden beneath the waves and the dedication required to uncover them.”
About the Speaker
James Delgado is an explorer, preservation expert, historian, author, television host, and Senior Vice President of SEARCH, Inc. A leading maritime archaeologist, he has decades of experience exploring and documenting shipwrecks worldwide. He has led numerous underwater archaeological expeditions and served as the director of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s (NOAA) Maritime Heritage Program from 2010–2017. A respected expert in the field, Delgado has published extensively on maritime history and underwater archaeology, bringing the stories of lost ships and sunken history to life. To learn more about him, visit his website at https://jamesdelgado.com/.
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