Historic Milk Bottles
Historical archaeology connects places, things, and issues from the past or present using not only what is found during an excavation, but also written records and oral traditions that then help inform and contextualize cultural materials. During the spring of…
Buon viaggio!
Dr. Arty Fax’s Archy Facts is a blog introducing kids to the exciting world of archaeology! Pack your bags for Italy! For the first time in its history, the underground areas of the Roman Colosseum are open for the public…
It’s a Crime
Thieves have been robbing historical sites for thousands of years. Many people think it is okay to take artifacts and ecofacts if they find them in the wild, but stealing and looting objects from archaeological sites is a crime. What…
Artifacts of Summer
Collections Curiosities is a monthly blog highlighting intriguing artifacts, books, and archival materials that staff, volunteers, and interns have discovered in Center collections and the Center Library. This month, Community Outreach & Volunteer Coordinator Vanessa Chappins explores artifacts that remind…
