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Archaeology in Your Community

Archaeology in Your Community. Amy L. Johnson, Research Archaeologist and Archaeology Outreach Coordinator Indiana Department of Natural Resources, Division of Historic Preservation & Archaeology (DHPA). What we’ll cover today:. Archaeology- myths and reality.

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Archaeology in Your Community

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  1. Archaeology in Your Community Amy L. Johnson, Research Archaeologist and Archaeology Outreach Coordinator Indiana Department of Natural Resources, Division of Historic Preservation & Archaeology (DHPA)

  2. What we’ll cover today: • Archaeology- myths and reality. • What’s happening in Indiana in terms of archaeology today. • How you, the public, can become involved. • The office of the Indiana State Archaeologist, Division of Historic Preservation and Archaeology (part of Dept. of Natural Resources) - how we serve the public and protect archaeological resources for the future.

  3. Myths and Reality • Is it about digging up dinosaurs ? • Are there really sites in Indiana, and are they important ? • Do archaeologists get to keep what they find? • Are sites protected in Indiana ? Some QUESTIONS to address first off ~

  4. Terms • Archaeologyis the careful, systematic recovery of information related to our past. • Archaeological sites can be things like : Historic cabin sites Native American earthworks Canal sites Cemeteries Shipwrecks and much more !

  5. Archaeology in Indiana • Archaeology does happen in our state, and archaeological projects are being conducted probably more often than you think. • Recorded archaeological investigations have been taking place in our state for over 170 years ! • The science is vibrant, and so much remains to be learned today about the previous (and current) cultures of Indiana. • Archaeology is conducted in various settings: academic, government, and cultural resources management, for example.

  6. A few stats and facts ! • Indiana has over 49,000 recorded archaeological sites, and only a fraction of the state has been surveyed by professional archaeologists. • The prehistory of Indiana ranges from ca. 10,000 B.C. to approximately 1650 A.D. • Most of the major universities have active archaeology programs. • Archaeologists from private archaeological companies, governmental agencies, universities, and more do work in our state.

  7. Examples of Projects and Research

  8. Excavations • Clark County • Harrison County

  9. Excavations continued • PoseyCounty

  10. Survey • Greene County in southwestern Indiana

  11. Research and New Techniques • Non-invasive techniques • Archaeological research

  12. How Can You Become Involved in Archaeology?

  13. How Can You Become Involved In Archaeology? • VOLUNTEER or VISIT

  14. How Can You Become Involved In Archaeology? • VISIT Angel Mounds State Historic Site, Evansville

  15. How Can You Become Involved In Archaeology? • VISIT Mounds State Park, Anderson

  16. How Can You Become Involved In Archaeology? • VISIT Glenn A. Black Laboratory of Archaeology, Indiana University, Bloomington

  17. How Can You Become Involved In Archaeology? • VISIT Indianapolis

  18. How Can You Become Involved In Archaeology? • VISIT River Road Park (Hamilton Co. Parks and Recreation Department), Carmel Strawtown Koteewi Park

  19. How Can You Become Involved In Archaeology? • VISIT Fort Ouiatenon, Lafayette Tippecanoe County Historical Association

  20. Attend • Conferences and Meetings such as: Midwest Archaeological Conference Cornelius O’Brien Conference Society for American Archaeology Conference

  21. Learn More ~ Keep Up to Date

  22. Share What You Know with others

  23. Join an Avocational Archaeology Group • These groups advocate wise collecting of artifacts and the proper recording of sites • They share information • Working with archaeologists is important

  24. Existing Programs • Midwest Archeological Center / Indiana Dunes National Lake Shore Archeology Program

  25. Existing Programs • Hoosier National Forest , Passport in Time (USDA Forest Service)

  26. Existing Programs Project Archaeology Educational materials, workshops, and continuing professional development

  27. Indiana Archaeology Month • Every September ! • Events held around the state. • Participate, learn, and explore. www.IN.gov/dnr/historic/archeomonth.html

  28. Archaeology Month Activities

  29. More Archaeology Month Activities

  30. Division of Historic Preservation and Archaeology (DHPA) • Office of the Indiana State Archaeologist, currently 5 archaeological staff members • Lead archaeological agency in the state • Central repository of archaeological records • Many duties and services

  31. DHPA • Reviews of Projects and Protection of Resources Various federal and state laws protect cultural resources in Indiana. Our staff reviews over 3,000 projects a year to determine their potential impact to archaeological resources. In addition, we review development plans for projects which may impact cemeteries.

  32. DHPA • Investigations Staff investigate : Accidental discoveries of sites Looting or damage of sites

  33. DHPA • Research and Fieldwork

  34. DHPA • Research and Fieldwork

  35. DHPA • Cooperative projects

  36. Grant funds • Grant funds are available for certain types of archaeological field projects, as well as archaeological public education. • These funds are from the Department of the Interior, National Park Service, administered by the DHPA.

  37. DHPA • Database and Records Repository

  38. DHPA • Services for the public Archaeology News

  39. DHPA • Educational Outreach & Indiana Archaeology Month

  40. Experience Indiana Archaeology • Learn more about Indiana’s rich and varied cultures. • Contribute to the science of archaeology. • Learn more about our irreplaceable archaeological sites. • Participation is for the young, and young at heart.

  41. Thank you to the following: • Indiana State Library • Indiana Historical Bureau • Natural Resources Conservation Service • DNR- Division of Reclamation, Indiana State Museum, Public Information and Education • Mathers Museum of World Cultures, I.U. • Hoosier National Forest • National Park Service & Midwest Archeological Center • Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore • Indiana University • Archaeological Resources Management Service • Glenn A. Black Laboratory of Archaeology, I.U. • IPFW Archaeological Survey • Hamilton County Parks • Tippecanoe County Historical Association • Martin University

  42. Division of Historic Preservation and Archaeology (DHPA) 402 W. Washington St., Room W274 Indianapolis, IN 46204-2739 317/232-1646 www.IN.gov/dnr/historic

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