David Palmer

David Palmer is an Associate Professor in the Department of Anthropology and Geography at Coastal Carolina University. He specializes in historical archaeology with affiliations to the Charles Joyner Institute for Gullah and African Diaspora Studies and is a Registered Professional Archaeologist (RPA) since 2002. His work spans archaeological projects across the U.S. Southeast, New England, Arizona, California, and the Bahamas, combining academic research with cultural resources management (CRM) consulting for tribal governments and private firms.

• Education:
• Ph.D., Anthropology, University of California, Berkeley
• M.A., Anthropology, Louisiana State University
• B.A., Archaeological Studies, Boston University

Research focuses on the African Diaspora, plantation archaeology, and historical archaeology methods. He teaches courses in archaeological field methods, CRM, and biological anthropology. Palmer’s career bridges academia and applied archaeology, emphasizing community collaboration through CRM projects and tribal engagement.

No publications listed here. Awards: None explicitly mentioned in text.

Advising and grants: No specific student advisees or grant details provided. His professional experience includes roles as a regional archaeologist and CRM practitioner.

Affiliated with the Charles Joyner Institute for Gullah and African Diaspora Studies, integrating diaspora studies into archaeological research and education.