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MAC Quest Program Archaeology Month Activities |
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Missouri
Archaeology Month 2009
Event List
East Prairie–Month
of September
Exhibits at Towosahgy State Historic Site
Open-air exhibit panels overlook the Towosahgy State Historic Site,
a prehistoric civic-ceremonial center and fortified village dating
to a.d.
1000–1400.
13 miles southeast of East Prairie, off Hwy 80 on Hwy 77
Contact: park staff, 573-748-5340
Eminence–Month of September
Shannon County Artifact Exhibit
A small display of Shannon County artifacts will be exhibited at
the Shannon County Museum.
Main St across from the Shannon County courthouse
Contact: Alan Banks, 314-291-1165; abanks7@att.net
Fayette–Saturday, September 26, 10 a.m–noon
Archaeology of Native Americans in Missouri
Dan Elliott, professor of biology from Central Methodist University,
will present on artifact identification, a flintknapping demonstration,
and an explanation of the archaeology timetable for Missouri using
a display of local surface collected artifacts.
South side of the Howard County Courthouse lawn. In case of rain
it will be moved to The Stephens Museum, T. Berry Smith Hall, at
Central Methodist
University.
Contact: Dan Elliott, 660-248-6370; delliott@centralmethodist.edu
Florida–Month of September, Saturdays 8 a.m.–4
p.m.
Archaeology Dig at Mark Twain’s Uncle Quarles’ Farm
For the third year, an all-volunteer archaeology “dig” will
be held at Mark Twain’s Uncle John Quarles’ farmstead in Monroe
County. Participants will receive hands-on instruction and will dig into
parts of a 1840s–1850s log house for artifacts and information.
Anyone who is physically active and would like to participate
is encouraged to contact Karen A. Hunt.
Hwy 107, 4 miles north of Florida
Contact: Karen Hunt, 573-735-2784
High Ridge–Month of October
Exhibit “Corn-ology:” The History of Corn
Northwest Branch Library, 5680 State Rd PP
Contact: library staff, 636-677-8186; or Eric Smith, EricSmithTRC@aol.com
Imperial–Monday, September 14, 7–8 p.m.
European Metals in Native Hands
Sponsored by Three Rivers Chapter, archaeologist Kathleen Ehrhardt
will present a lecture based on her book European Metals
in Native Hands.
Mastodon State Historic Site, 1050 Becker Dr
Contact: Eric Smith, EricSmithTRC@aol.com
Imperial–Saturday
& Sunday, September 26–27, 9 a.m.–3
p.m.
Archaeology Days
Sponsored by MoDNR and the Three Rivers Chapter, a
two-day celebration of Missouri Archaeology Month,
featuring
kids activities, displays,
demonstrations, and artifact identification.
Mastodon State Historic Site, 1050 Becker Dr
Contact: Eric Smith, EricSmithTRC@aol.com, or Nancy
Brown, 636-464-2976; mastodon.state.historic.site@dnr.mo.gov
Jackson–Month of September
Exhibit on the Trail of Tears
Trail of Tears State Park commemorates the tragic removal
of Indians to Indian Territory in 1838–1839. A portion
of the trail went through Cape Girardeau County and has been
preserved in this state
park as a
certified site on the Trail of Tears National Historic Trail.
The park features exhibits interpreting the forced relocation.
429 Moccasin Springs
Contact: park staff, 573-334-1711
Jefferson
City–Thursday, September 24, 6:30 p.m.
Unlocking Missouri’s Archaeological Past
Interpretive Resource Specialist Melissa Blank will
present on Missouri’s
rich heritage of archaeological resources and how they embody
human experiences and cultural identities.
Missouri State Museum, Capitol Bldg, 1st floor,
Rm B-2
Contact: 573-751-2854
Joplin–Thursday, September 10, 7 p.m.
The Horsethief Site
Have you ever wondered how Indians of the Plains
lived before the arrival of horses? The answer
was found
outside Jetmore,
Kansas at
the Horsethief
site (named after a nearby reservoir). Neal Lopinot
of the Center for Archaeological Research will
present recent
research
from the
Horsethief site in western Kansas.
Missouri Southern State University, Webster Hall
Rm 105 3950 E Newman Rd
Contact: Lyle Sparkman, 417-472-7210; sparkmanl@mail.enr6.k12.mo.us
Kimmswick–Saturday, September 19, 10 a.m.
Town Sesquicentennial Celebration
Parade at 10:00 a.m.; artisans will demonstrate
and have crafts for sale. Three Rivers Chapter
will host
an informational
booth with
book sales
and kids’ activities.
Contact: Eric Smith, EricSmithTRC@aol.com
Kirksville–Month of September
Petroglyphs at Thousand Hills State Park
Park naturalists provide scheduled interpretive
programs about the Thousand Hills State Park’s petroglyphs.
20431 State Hwy 157
Contact: park staff, 660-665-6995
Kirksville–Saturday, October 3, 9 a.m.
The 2009 Fall Symposium,
hosted by the Northeast Missouri Chapter, will be held at Thousand
Hills State Park in Kirskville,
Missouri. The theme is Paleoindian.
In addition to presentations about the Paleoindian period in Missouri,
the 2009 Symposium will also feature an atlatl demonstration by MAS
member Virgil Hayes and poster presentations sponsored by the Iowa
Office of the State Archaeologist.
Attendees are asked to bring Paleoindian points for identification
and registration with the Paleoindian Database of the Americas. Attendees
are also encouraged to bring other artifacts for identification.
Light refreshments will be provided.
After the Symposium, we encourage you to explore the petroglyphs
displayed in the park’s interpretive shelter.
The Symposium is free and open to the public. Contact
the MAS office(417-836-3773; lhaney@missouristate.edu.
Lake Pomme
de Terre–Saturday,
September 19, 2 p.m.
Archaeology Day at Lake Pomme de Terre
The Pomme de Terre Chapter presents Archaeology
Day, in which area collectors will display
artifacts. A slide show
on the
East Wenatchee
Clovis site
will be presented. The public is invited
to bring artifacts for display or identification.
Harbor Restaurant at Lake Pomme de Terre
Follow Hwy 254 about four miles south of
Hermitage, cross lake dam on 254, turn south
at west end
of dam and follow
the signs.
Contact: Roger Boyd 417-745-0203; boyd590@centurytel.net
Lexington–Saturday, September 19, 9 a.m.–5 p.m
Artifact Road Show
Members of the public are invited to bring
artifacts for identification by professional
archaeologists.
Approximate age, origin, and
use of the artifacts will be defined.
Attendees are welcome to bring
both prehistoric
and/or historic artifacts.
Battle of Lexington State Historic Site
Visitor’s Center,
1101 Delaware
Contact: park staff, 660-259-4654
Lexington–Month of September
History and Archaeology Exhibits at the
Battle of Lexington State Historic
Site
The Battle of Lexington State Historic
Site preserves an 1861 Civil War battlefield
that
includes earthen
fortifications and the Anderson
house,
a plantation home, which was used as
a hospital during the
battle.
1300 N John Shea Dr
Contact: park staff, 660-259-4654
Miami–Sunday, September 20, 2–5 p.m.
Artifact Road Show and Exhibit
Do you have artifacts that you want
to learn more about? Members of the
Sedalia
West Central
Chapter
will identify
artifacts.
Personal collections
will also be displayed.
American Indian Cultural Center,
Van Meter State Park, 12 miles northwest
of Marshall
on Hwy 122
Contact: Connie Grisier, 660-886-7537;
van.meter.state.park@dnr.mo.gov
Miami–Month of September
Exhibits on Native American Culture
in Missouri
Van Meter State Park preserves
and interprets archaeological sites
associated
with
the Oneota Culture and the
Missouri Indians, including
a hand-dug
earthwork known as the Old Fort.
12 miles northwest of Marshall
on Hwy 122
Contact: Connie Grisier, 660-886-7537;
van.meter.state.park@dnr.mo.gov
Montgomery
City–Month of September
Graham Cave State Park
Graham Cave State Park, a National
Landmark, features a prehistoric
site and includes
a series of educational
displays
on the natural
and cultural
features of the cave.
217 Hwy TT, 2 miles west of Danville
off I-70 (Exit 170)
Contact: Debra Ray, 573-564-3476;
debra.ray@dnr.mo.gov
Montgomery
City–Saturday, September 19, 10 a.m–2
p.m.
Archaeology Day at Graham Cave
State Park
Archaeology Day will feature
archaeological events and activities.
217 Hwy TT, 2 miles west of Danville
off I-70 (Exit 170)
Contact: Debra Ray, 573-564-3476;
debra.ray@dnr.mo.gov
Nevada–Month of September
Exhibits at Osage Village State
Historic Site
Open-air exhibit panels overlook
the Osage Village State Historic
Site,
an Osage village
dating
to 1700–1775.
9 miles east of Nevada (near
Walker), 6 miles north of Hwy
54 on Rt C,
west 3 miles on
a gravel road
Contact: park staff, 417-682-2279
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Last updated July 2009.
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