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North African Newsletter 3: Part 2. Cyrenaica 1972-1980: Work Done by the Department of Antiquities at Shahat (Cyrene)

Since the Libyan revolution, many meetings have been held by Libyan archaeologists to consider archaeological policy with respect to both excavations and the restoration and maintenance of sites and buildings. We believe that first priority should be given to the restoration of archaeological remains throughout the country, particularly those which were unearthed during the Italian occupation and have remained exposed to the elements, thereby suffering considerable damage. Once restored, these same sites require constant maintenance. As a second priority, appropriate measures should be taken when accidental discoveries are made to document such finds scientifically. The third priority is extensive excavation, especially to assist with the reconstruction of buildings through the recovery of additional evidence and additional architectural material, as well as excavations designed to complete earlier work that has not yet been published. The Controllership for the eastern half of the country has in fact spent most of its time on restoration projects and the maintenance of sites, particularly Cyrene, Apollonia, Tolmeita and Beida, but also numerous other sites throughout Cyrenaica. The need for restoration and maintenance of sites is very great, chiefly because of the ravages of nature. Yet even more important than the restoration of sites and the excavation of others may be the recording and documentation of sites and finds. To this end, the Controllership has begun an intensive program of recording, building up a storehouse of information and an archive that will assist researchers by providing pertinent information.