Bryce Barker

Prof Bryce Barker is a Professor of Anthropology at the University of Southern Queensland's School of Humanities and Communication. His affiliation with the Centre for Heritage and Culture Research underscores his commitment to interdisciplinary research. Holding a BA and PhD from the University of Queensland, Barker specializes in Indigenous archaeology, colonial frontier dynamics, and material culture analysis.

His research focuses on reconstructing Indigenous histories through archaeological inquiry, particularly examining the legacy of the Queensland Native Mounted Police, coastal foraging strategies, and rock art interpretation. His work frequently integrates environmental, historical, and anthropological perspectives to address questions of cultural continuity and colonial impact.

Recent studies highlight his contributions to understanding Holocene settlement patterns in Papua New Guinea, the material evidence of frontier conflicts, and the analysis of stone artifacts and cultural landscapes. His publications demonstrate a strong emphasis on decolonizing methodologies and community-engaged archaeology.

Barker’s research outputs reflect a rigorous engagement with both theoretical and applied archaeology, bridging academic insights with heritage management practices.