Donald W. Linebaugh

Donald W. Linebaugh is an Adjunct Professor in the Department of American Studies at the University of Maryland. His research focuses on Historic Preservation, Historical Archaeology, and the intersection of cultural heritage with material culture. Linebaugh has conducted extensive studies on domestic architecture, industrial sites, and immigrant settlements, particularly in the American Southeast and Midwest. His work emphasizes community engagement, public history, and the preservation of underrepresented historical narratives.

He has authored or contributed to over 50 publications, including studies on Detroit’s urban archaeology, Norwegian immigrant housing, and Revolutionary War battlefields. Linebaugh’s fieldwork spans projects such as the Goshen Farm House investigation in Maryland and the excavation of the Dugout House of Norwegian immigrant Anna Goulson in Minnesota. His research often bridges academic inquiry with practical preservation efforts, advocating for sustainable heritage tourism models and the adaptive reuse of industrial landscapes.

While no formal awards are listed, his contributions to historical archaeology and vernacular architecture have significantly influenced academic and public discourse. Linebaugh’s projects highlight the importance of material culture in understanding cultural identity, migration patterns, and societal change over time.