by Kaylee Kerns | Jul 15, 2021 | Archaeology, Industry News, Metcalf
Each week on To the Point we share a few articles from the world of archaeology (and its many interconnected fields). Inked Mummies, Linking Tattoo Artists With Their Ancestors nytimes.com | July 5, 2021 Tattoos are an art form many use to symbolically decorate their...
by Jenean Roberts | May 18, 2021 | Archaeology, Industry News, Metcalf
Each week on To the Point we share a few articles from the world of archaeology (and its many interconnected fields). The Link Between Archaeology and Architecture thearchdaily.com | May 5, 2021 Archaeology is the study of the material remains from cultures past. A...
by macadmin | May 6, 2021 | Archaeology, Metcalf
Chopsticks, handkerchiefs, and kippers. To kick off a new field season our archaeologists share some of the gear they won’t leave home without! “I always have my favorite trowel in the field. This stacked leather handle trowel was given to me by Dr. Kevin...
by Kimball Banks | Mar 31, 2021 | Archaeology, Metcalf
Like most archaeologists, I have been ingrained to use the terms “prehistory” and “prehistoric” when referring to the “New World” populations before Columbus. “Prehistory” and “prehistoric” have their roots in European archaeology but the terms were carried over into...
by macadmin | Mar 21, 2021 | Archaeology, Metcalf, Projects
Long before settlers discovered gold and other precious metals in Gilpin County, Colorado, Native Americans hunted for food above the tree line. Herds of elk and other game wander these high reaches during the summer months. There was little cover and too many escape...
by Jenean Roberts | Mar 12, 2021 | Industry News, Metcalf
Each week on To the Point we share a few articles from the world of archaeology (and its many interconnected fields). 7 Unsung Heroines Who Changed the Course of History nbcnews.com | March 2, 2021 In honor of Women’s History Month, Know Your Value is recognizing...
