ABSTRACT
In the Brazilian context, the dizzying growth of archaeological investigations related to heritage preservation is a consequence of the democratization of the country and the adoption of public policies that foster citizen participation in the management of their own cultural heritage. This growth has created a forum for discussion about archaeological and heritage issues and their relationship to the wider realm of economy, culture, politics, ethics, and government as well as to social, educational, and management aspects. There has also been a gradual growth in the promotion of the rights of indigenous people to make and take part in decisions about the treatment, interpretation, and management of their sites and objects.
