👉 An excavationist is a professional who specializes in excavating and analyzing historical sites, often focusing on the ancient or prehistoric past. They work to understand the cultural and environmental significance of these sites through detailed examination and interpretation of their ruins, artifacts, and other materials. Excavationists are often involved in projects such as archaeology, palaeontology, and paleobotany, and they use a range of methods to uncover information about prehistoric societies, including excavation techniques like radiocarbon dating