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Amy Clarke is a Lecturer in History at the University of the Sunshine Coast, specializing in heritage studies, architectural history, and British colonial history. Her academic work bridges scholarly research with public engagement, making historical concepts accessible to broader audiences through media appearances and accessible writing.
Dr. Clarke holds a PhD, MSc (Research), and BA (First Class Honours) in History. Her educational background has provided her with a strong foundation for her research in cultural heritage and historical interpretation across multiple contexts.
Dr. Clarke's research focuses on the complex relationship between heritage, identity, and the built environment. She examines how communities engage with historical narratives through physical structures and landscapes, with particular attention to Australian 'Big Things' - oversized roadside attractions that have become cultural landmarks. Her work explores the challenges of preserving these structures as they age, and what they reveal about regional and national identities. She also investigates architectural history, particularly focusing on colonial-era buildings and their contemporary significance. Her research in critical heritage studies examines power dynamics in heritage preservation and interpretation, as evidenced by her active role in the Association of Critical Heritage Studies.
- Fellow of the Society of Antiquaries Scotland
- Full International Member of ICOMOS (International Council on Monuments and Sites)
Dr. Clarke serves as the Secretariat Officer for the Association of Critical Heritage Studies (ACHS) and as the Australia & New Zealand ACHS Chapter Coordinator. She is on the Editorial Board of the Society of Architectural Historians of Australia and New Zealand (SAHANZ) and is an Assistant Editor of the journal Cultural History. Her academic contributions extend to media engagement, where she has written for The Conversation on topics ranging from Australia's 'Big Things' to architectural history, and has appeared as a heritage expert on the television show 'Imagine This!'
