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Archaeology Research Links
"Archaeology requires that we see and understand, and it has been demonstrated time and again that what we do not understand we do not really see." Ivor Noel Hume, Historical Archaeology
News
- Archaeologica News
- Updated daily
- Archaeology in the News
- From Texas A & M
- Anthropology Breaking News
- From Texas A & M
- Timespinner
- Breaking archaeological news - merely hours old!!
Booksellers
- abebooks.com
- Claims to be world's largest network of independent booksellers.
- Bibliofind
- Search around the world for out-of-print books.
- Finding Out of Print Books
- Several links to book sellers specializing in hard to find books.
- Shovelbums Books
- Help support the Shovelbums job list. Buy your books here.
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- Louis Collins Rare Books, 1211 East Denny Way, Seattle, WA 98122
Jobs
- Career in Archaeology in the U.S.
- FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions - maintained by Associate Professor of Anthropology David L. Carlson at Texas A & M University. What and where, volunteering, and resource information.
- CRM Employment
- Shovelbums homepage. "If you dig it, they will come." Sign-up for their listserv job notices. FREE service. Thanks, Joe!
P.S. While you're there, consider joining the Shovelbums Team SETI. - SouthWest US work
- Resource links for work in the Greater Southwest from SWA - Southwestern Archaeology.
- About Archaeology
- Kris Hirt's resource guide about jobs, schools, and knowledge.
- ACRA
- American Cultural Resources Association homepage. Sign up for Acra-l while you're there.
- Archaeological Fieldwork Opportunities
- International work/field school/and volunteer listings maintained by Ken Stuart.
- CSA-AIA Guide to Archaeological Projects
- Center for the Study of Architecture (CSA) with cooperation of Archaeological Institute of America (AIA) has produced this guide to archaeological projects. World-wide listing.
Databases
- U.S. Geological Survey Homepage
- The USGS conducts systematic and scientific "classification and examination of the geological structure, mineral resources, and products of the national domain." USGS provides geologic, topographic, and hydrologic information consisting of maps, databases, and descriptions and analyses of the water, energy, and mineral resources, land surface, underlying geologic structure, etc.
- National Archaeological Data Base
- Inventories of over 120,000 archeological investigations, guidance on compliance with the Native American Grave Protection And Repatriation Act, and maps displaying archaeological and environmental data at the state/country. University of Arkansas by Archeology and Ethnography Program.
- IPUMS-98
- Historical census database created at the University of Minnesota. Includes national individual-level samples of the U.S. federal census. Files are coded compatibly to allow analysis of long-run social and economic change.
- National Center for Preservation Technology and Training
- NPS -research, educational opportunities, laws, archives, conferences, databases, summary of publications. Centralized access to preservation related resources.
- Archaeological Data Archive Project (ADAP) in the US
- Discussing the special needs for archiving of archaeological materials in digital form.
- U.S. National Park Service National Archaeological Database
- Inventories of over 120,000 archeological investigations, guidance on compliance with the Native American Grave Protection and Repatriation Act, and maps displaying archaeological and environmental data at the state/country level are now accessible.
- FaunMap
- An electronic database for the late Quaternary distribution of mammal species in the United States maintained at Illinois State Museum.
- Archaeology Data Service
- Part of the Arts and Humanities Data Service residing at York University, UK.
- GRIN
- Taxonomic data provide the structure and nomenclature for the accessions of the National Plant Germplasm System (NPGS).
- Internet Directory for Botany
- Maintained in Canada
General
- The Library of Congress
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- Archaeology-related Glossaries
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- Citing Electronic Resources
- Links to citation styles.
- Electronic Theses and Dissertations Directory
- A directory of online references and resources related to electronic theses and dissertations (ETDs) (especially ETDs in the humanities) maintained at University of Virginia.
- National Science Foundation
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- Museums Site On-Line
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- Cultural Resource Management - US Government Agencies
- Resource listing (maintained by University of Conneticut) related to historic and cultural protection. Internet resources from US government agencies responsible for cultural resource management, historic preservation, and archaeology.
- ArchNet
- The main clearing house for archaeology. Not limited to the U.S. Maintained by the University of Connecticut. Plan to spend some time here. It is a very extensive site.
The end being the understanding of humanity's complex and changing relationship with its environment. --- Mortimer Wheeler
Dating
- Radiocarbon WEB-info
- Maintained in New Zealand - basic resource material for methods, treatment, calibration, etc.
- OCR - Oxidizable Carbon Ratio
- "A Brief Introduction to the OCR Procedure for Dating Archaeological Features" Links to publications, limitations and reliability information, useage.
- Fluoride Dating Service Center
- Maintained at University of Notre Dame. Description and information.
- Waikato Radiocarbon Dating laboratory
- Information concerning the radiocarbon dating method from Waikato (NZ) and Oxford (UK) Universities.
- Ancient Bristlecone Pine
- Earth's oldest living inhabitant "Methuselah" at 4,767 years, has lived more than a millennium longer than any other tree.
- The Ultimate Tree Ring Webpage
- Source for information on tree-ring research (dendrochronology).
- Quaternary Isotope Laboratory
- CALIB download site - radiocarbon calibration program from University of Washington.
- OxCal
- Radiocarbon calibration program from Oxford University.
Specialities
- Forager Simulator 2.01
- An archaeological simulation "game" written to provide a flexible model of hunter- gatherer foraging systems in variable environments under variable group sizes.
- Projectile Point Classification Program
- Program should be of interest to anyone doing lithic analysis, however the program only includes known projectile point types used by archaeologists in New England, USA.
- Archaeometry Lab at MURR
- Missouri University Research Reactor - specializes in trace element "fingerprinting" of archaeological specimens to determine provenance by neutron activation analysis.
- Aerial Photography and Remote Sensing
- Wide ranging contents within subject area.
- Forensic Archaeology
- How is archaeology used to fight crime?
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- Harris Matrix Analysis
- Windows Harris Matrix program.
- Human Diet Links
- Information and links pertaining to the study of the origins and evolution of human diet. An associated listserv list: PADIET-L@UAFSYSB.UARK.EDU.
- American Institute for Conservation of Historic and Artistic Works
- Maintained at Stanford University
- Canadian Conservation Institute
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- Society for Preservation of Natural History Collections
- Maintained at University of Calgary
Interesting Things
- Paleo Ring Homepage
- Collection of websites devoted primarily to the promotion of paleontology, paleoanthropology, prehistoric archaeology, the evolution of behavior, and evolutionary biology.
- Talk.Origins Archive
- Exploring the Creation/Evolution Controversy - a Usenet newsgroup devoted to the discussion and debate of biological and physical origins plus other topics.
- Everything you always wanted to know about archaeological excavations but were afraid to ask
- The Council for British Archaeology's humorous but common sense FAQs page.
- How Geophysical Methods Can Help the Archaeologist
- Lambert Dolphin, formerly Senior Research Physicist, SRI International, Menlo Park, California
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"Read not to contradict and confute, nor to believe and take for granted, nor to find talk and discourse, but to weigh and consider." Francis Bacon (1561-1626)
General
- Canadian Archaeological Association
- Societies and universities. French and English versions available.
- The Canadian Journal of Native Studies
- Free access
- Canadian Archaeological Radiocarbon Database - CARD
- Compilation of radiocarbon measurements indicating the ages of archaeological and vertebrate palaeontological sites in North America.
- Bone Snow Knives and Tin Oil Lamps
- Museum collaboration "Enduring Traditions Among Canada's First Peoples" - in French or English.
Alberta
- The Provincial Museum of Alberta
- Human History and Archaeology resource pages. Archaeological survey, services, and links to FAQs.
- Head-Smashed-In Buffalo Jump
- World's oldest, largest and best preserved buffalo jump known to exist -- Head-Smashed-In -- used continuously by aboriginal peoples of the plains for more than 5,500 years. Official homepage.
British Columbia
- Archaeology in British Columbia
- Keatley Creek Site (prehistoric housepit village site), Charlie Lake Cave Site (10,000 YA), Namu Site (another 10,000 year span), First Nations Basketry, First Nations Totem Pole, and the Caribou Bone Scraper.
Manitoba
- Manitoba Culture History: Overview
- 12,000 year story of human survival and accomplishment in a challenging environment.
Newfoundland
- Nova Scotia
- Nova Scotia Museum
- Cultural history research with contributions from archaeologists, historians, educators, resource managers, and the museum community.
Ontario
- Archaeology in Arctic North America
- High arctic archaeology at University of Waterloo (Ontario) including environmental challenges, fieldwork solutions, and details about a Thule culture site.
- Webolith- Mysteries of Stones
- Interesting petroform sites in Ontario's Kawartha region - an important geographical location on a major ancient trade route between the Atlantic area and the northern interior of the America continent.
- Computer enhanced pictographs
- Paintings found along the waterways of the Canadian Shield in Northwestern Ontario.
- Royal Ontario Museum
- Worlds to Explore - a wealth of interactive pages for school kids.
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- London Museum of Archaeology
- Museum devoted to study, display, and interpretation of human occupation of Southwestern Ontario over the past 11,000 years. Museum services, activities, displays, and events. Virtual Museum and reconstructed Lawson Prehistoric Indian Village.
- Paleo-Indian and Early Archaic Sites
- Fluted point sites representing the first peoples to enter Ontario after the retreat of the glaciers.
Quebec
- Wreck of a Vessel From Phip's Fleet
- Background history, salvage operation, archaeological expedition, and conservation of a 1690 shipwreck on the North shore of Quebec.
- Archéo-Richelieu Foundation
- Non-profit organization dedicated to archaeological research and resource management in Upper Richelieu region of southern Quebec. Current research information and field school info.
Yukon
- The MacIntyre Creek Archaeology Project
- Maintained at Yukon College general site description and history, cultural context in Southwest Yukon, and references.
- Slide show
- Virtual slide show based upon archaeological research carried out in the Canadian High Arctic from University of Calgary.
- Dorset and Thule - An Explanation
- Excerpt from "How Old Monica Ataguttaaluk Introduced Me to Arctic Archaeology" by Guy Mary-Rousseliere. National Library of Canada.
- Arctic Circle
- University of Connecticut's Library site with history, natural resources, cultures, a virtual classroom.
- McDougall Sound Archaeological Research Project
- University of Calgary project. Arvika large Late Dorset period site (ca. 1500-500 RCYBP).
- P.A.S.T.
- Protecting Archaeological Sites Today - on-line organization dedicated to preservation of archaeological, cultural, and historical sites through political action and education.
- Maple Square
- Maple Square is the largest and most accurate Canadian Internet Directory available. If you are looking for Canadian information, you will find it quicker and easier through Maple Square.
- Native Tech Homepage
- Dedicated to disconnecting the term "primitive" from perceptions of Native American technology and art. An excellent site with vast resources.
- Society of Bead Researchers
- Everything bead - fostering historical, archaeological, and material cultural research on beads of all materials and periods.
Ceramics/Pottery
Archaeology is the study of the human past through material culture.
- Pueblo Pottery
- The Internet Public Library pages with background introduction, gallery, and glossary.
- Native American Pottery in New England
- Pottery was first used by New England Native Americans about 3,000 years ago. Excellent overview with links to additional resources.
Plants
- Paleolithic Diet Page
- Index to sites related to paleo diet.
- Foraging
- Foraging and ethnobotany links.
- Shapes and Uses of California Indian Basketry
- Excellent photos and details of usage.
- Medicinal Plant Use in Native North America
- Database of plants and their medicinal uses by Native American tribes.
- MPNABD
- Medicianl Plants of Native America Database
- American Indian Ethnobotany Database
- Foods, drugs, dyes, and fibers of Native North American Peoples. Materials provided by Dan Moerman, Professor of Anthropology at University of Michigan. Go and seek!
- Forager 2.01
- Simulation software that provdes a flexible model of hunter-gatherer foraging systems.
Stone Tools
- Northeast Lithic Database
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- Projectile Refurbishing
- This document offers examples of repairing both the distal and proximal ends (tip and base) of the projectile. Also check out Paleoindian & Other Archaeological Stuff.
- Lithics Net - North American Aborigine Projectile Points and Lithics
- Terminology, styles and types, shapes, and Glossary of Lithics Terminology. Great annotated links page for lithics.
- Michael's Homepage
- Lithic analysis, stone technology, microwear, and some fun stuff.
- Primitive Technology
- Mass list of links and email information. Link to Atlatl page.
- The Atlatl
- Brief info and a wealth of links on the subject.
- the lithics site
- A resource for archaeological lithic analysts - an extensive links list - it's all here!
- Projectile Point Classification Program
- Program should be of interest to anyone doing lithic analysis, however the program only includes known projectile point types used by archaeologists in New England, USA.
- Ancient Architects of the Mississippi
- National Park Service site basic information on the culture.
- Prehistoric Mounds in the Lower Mississippi Valley
- National Park Service basic questions about the mounds.
- NPS Lower Mississippi Delta Projects
- Project information links.
- Mississippi Valley Archaeology Center
- Upper Mississippi Valley Culture information with overview and information about Oneota and La Crosse excavations. University of Wisconsin at LaCrosse.
- Center for American Archaeology
- Prehistory in Illinois.
Plains Culture
- Glimpses of Paleoindian Life
- Lake Ilo area Paleoindian peoples of the northern Plains.
- Dr. Tom Isern's Homepage
- Professor's homepage for courses in history of North American Plains taught at North Dakota State University.
- Center For Great Plains Studies
- Emporia State University, Kansas. One of the four major grasslands in the world - great map of region.
- Center for Great Plains Studies
- Chartered in 1976, the oldest and largest interdisciplinary, intercollegiate, regional research and teaching center in the United States. Maintained at University of Nebraska at Lincoln.
- Great Plains Institute
- Non-profit archaeological and educational organization at the Museum of the Great Plains (MGP) in Lawton, Oklahoma. Click on Kokopelli to hear theme music - surprise!
Southeastern Culture
It is terribly important that the 'small things forgotten' be remembered. For in the seemingly little and insignificant things that accumulate to create a lifetime, the essence of our existence is captured..... James Deetz, In Small Things Forgotten
- Southeast Archaeological Center
- National Park Service links to Mississippi Valley mound culture sites.
- Pioneers of Southeastern Archaeology: Gordon R. Willey
- Harvard University on-going project to record history of archaeology using video and related technology. Willey's work in Florida through excerpts of letters, diary entries, photographs, and a list of sites.
- Earthwatch Homepage
- A beautiful, professional homepage of the premiere world-wide project source. Check their expedition listing. Our favorite link: The archaeology program at Andrew Jackson's Hermitage focusing on life in the slave community.
- Southeastern Archaeological Conference
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Southwestern Culture
Goals of archaeology: To construct the culture history of the past. To reconstruct past lifeways. To explain how and why human cultures change through time.
- Virtual Kiva!
- Award-winning sites. Interactive 3-dimensional reconstruction of a Great Kiva.
- Archaeological Sites of the Southwest
- Catalog of prehistoric archaeological sites in the "Four Corners" states (Colorado, Utah, Arizona, New Mexico) of the American Southwest.
- Southwestern Archaeology
- From Durango, Colorado to Durango, Mexico, and from Las Vegas, Nevada to Las Vegas, New Mexico. Health and safety links for archaeologists.
- Obsidian
- Sources of Archaeological Obsidian in the Greater American Southwest - maps, sires, and technical information.
- Ethridge Collection of Prehistoric Southwestern Ceramics
- Ethridge Collection of prehistoric southwestern ceramics donated to Mesa State College in 1988. Puebloan - Anasazi, Magollon and Hohokam - occupation of that region from about A.D. 600 - 1450.
- Site Data from Appendix of The Prehistoric Pueblo World, A.D. 1150-1350
- Individual data tables by University of Arizona Press maintained at Brynmawr. 12 regions of the southwest for viewing and downloading. Number crunching info for stats on pueblos.
- Ancient Americans Homepage
- Links to absolutely gorgeous images and some information about Mesa Verde, Tonto National Monument, and Horseshoe Canyon. Link back to Mysterious Places Homepage for additional sacred sites and ancient civilizations photos. Note copyright info.
- University of California
- Research and education projects at UCSB by anthropology faculty and graduate students.
- Virtual Reality Archaeology
- Architect Dennis Holloway's VR versions of Soutwestern Native American dwellings including animation.
- Aztlan Archaeology, Inc.
- Environmental consultant site with project reports, publications, images, and links to non-profit Belagana Research Institute research projects. as a whole."
- Rock Art of the Southwest
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