Dan Lee

Dan Lee is a Lecturer and Lifelong Learning and Outreach Archaeologist at the Archaeology Institute of the University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI), based in Orkney. His role involves managing community archaeology projects, teaching undergraduate and postgraduate modules, and developing outreach initiatives. He holds a First Class Honours degree in Archaeological Science from the University of Sheffield (2000) and an MA in Archaeological Practice with distinction from UHI (2008).

• Education: BSc Archaeological Science (Sheffield, 2000), MA Archaeological Practice (UHI, 2008)
• Key Projects: Staffin Community Trust excavations, Orkney World Heritage Site projects, Braes of Ha’Breck Neolithic settlement research
• Teaching: MSc modules in Practical Archaeology, Contemporary Art and Archaeology, and Excavation Skills

His research focuses on Landscape Archaeology, Contemporary Archaeology, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Notable projects include the Orkney Energy Heritage Strategy and the Cateran Ecomuseum cultural assessment. He has led initiatives such as Map Orkney Month and the Hoy and South Walls Landscape Project, emphasizing community engagement and creative methodologies.

Recent work includes energy archaeology studies, industrial heritage documentation, and participatory mapping projects. He actively contributes to conferences and publications, blending archaeological practice with innovative outreach strategies.