SAFE: “Saving Antiquities for Everyone”

http://www.savingantiquities.org/blog/

SAFE is a non-profit organization that hopes to raise public awareness about the legal and ethical considerations of the antiquities market, particularly through media and educational programs. Their blog is one such method to educating the public about looting, heritage preservation, and community outreach in order to decrease illegal artifact sales and limit the impact of the black market. The blog is geared towards the public, but I was made aware of the blog through my work at the museum, so there is also a professional audience that uses the blog as a resource. The articles therefore, are written in a tone that professionals (such as historians, archaeologists, and museum curators) appreciate, but which is still accessible and informative to the general public. This is a great blog because it encompasses multiple fields and offers the public a deeper understanding of why black markets and looting can exist, but also how small steps can make a difference in preventing such things from happening. The blog reports on diverse regions, but has a global focus. I would rate this blog as very well done and an effective resource for anyone interested in heritage preservation and artifact protection.