archaeology in your community amy l. johnson, research archaeologist and archaeology outreach...
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Archaeology in Your Community
Amy L. Johnson,Research Archaeologist and
Archaeology Outreach Coordinator
Indiana Department of Natural Resources, Division of Historic Preservation & Archaeology
(DHPA)
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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.
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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 ~
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Terms
ArchaeologyArchaeology is the careful, systematic recovery of information related to our past.
Archaeological sitesArchaeological sites can be things like :
Historic cabin sitesNative American earthworksCanal sitesCemeteries Shipwrecks and much more !
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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.
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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.
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Examples of Projects and Research
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Excavations
Clark County
Harrison County
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Excavations continued
• Posey County
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Survey
Greene County in southwestern Indiana
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Research and New Techniques
Non-invasive techniques
Archaeological research
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How Can You Become Involved in Archaeology?
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How Can You Become Involved In Archaeology?
VOLUNTEER or VISIT
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How Can You Become Involved In Archaeology?
VISIT
Angel Mounds State Historic Site, Evansville
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How Can You Become Involved In Archaeology?
VISIT
Mounds State Park,
Anderson
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How Can You Become Involved In Archaeology?
VISIT
Glenn A. Black Laboratory of Archaeology, Indiana University, Bloomington
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How Can You Become Involved In Archaeology?
VISIT
Indianapolis
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How Can You Become Involved In Archaeology?
VISIT
River Road Park (Hamilton Co. Parks and Recreation Department), Carmel
Strawtown Koteewi Park
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How Can You Become Involved In Archaeology?
VISIT
Fort Ouiatenon, Lafayette
Tippecanoe County Historical Association
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Attend
Conferences and Meetings such as:
Midwest Archaeological Conference
Cornelius O’Brien Conference
Society for American Archaeology Conference
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Learn More ~ Keep Up to Date
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Share What You Know with others
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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
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Existing Programs
Midwest Archeological Center / Indiana Dunes National Lake Shore Archeology Program
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Existing Programs
Hoosier National Forest , Passport in Time (USDA Forest Service)
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Existing Programs
Project Archaeology
Educational materials,
workshops,
and continuing professional development
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Indiana Archaeology Month
Every September ! Events held around the
state. Participate, learn, and
explore.
www.IN.gov/dnr/historic/archeomonth.html
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Archaeology Month Activities
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More Archaeology Month Activities
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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
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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.
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DHPA Investigations
Staff investigate :
Accidental discoveries of sites
Looting or damage of sites
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DHPA
Research and Fieldwork
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DHPA
Research and Fieldwork
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DHPA
Cooperative projects
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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.
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DHPA
Database and Records Repository
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DHPA
Services for the public
Archaeology News
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DHPA
Educational Outreach & Indiana Archaeology Month
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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.
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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
Thank you to the following:
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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