Empowering communities through shared cultural heritage.
LX Heritage is a public-facing archaeological nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving and celebrating cultural heritage. Established by two passionate archaeological Ph.D. students in Brazos County, Texas, LX Heritage emerged from a shared vision to bridge the gap between academic research and community engagement.
Get to know us with an introduction to our latest project in the Salt Flats of Utah.
Meet one of the sailors of the Lady Washington, an 18th century replica tall ship.
Community first.
Our work begins with the community. We collaborate closely with local museums, educational groups, and governmental organizations to ensure that our research aligns with the needs and aspirations of the communities we serve. LX Heritage is committed to democratizing access to archaeological research, allowing communities that wouldn’t traditionally have access to such resources to document, protect, and leverage their community heritage.
Our core values are rooted in community and stakeholder agency, transparency, and open access to research. At LX Heritage, we believe that by preserving and sharing our cultural heritage, we can empower communities and together create a brighter, more enriching future.
Annaliese Dempsey on the vulnerability of cultural heritage, and historic sites like Canaan Cemetary.
A brief history of The Golden Spike Ceremony and what it means to the people of Ogden, UT.
The second class of our SAIL program aboard the historic tall ship Lady Washington (2024).
How we work.
Unlike many other archaeological organizations primarily focused on cultural resource management, LX Heritage goes a step further. We transform our research into usable outreach material, including museum exhibits, education resources, and open-access databases for other researchers.
This not only enriches local communities but also has the potential to increase financial revenue and tourism for local organizations.
Rachel Matheny (Vice President)
and Annaliese Dempsey (President)