Each week on To the Point we share a few articles from the world of archaeology (and its many interconnected fields).

What makes a National Historic Landmark?

it.usembassy.gov | April 14, 2021

The National Historic Landmarks Program protects our history and culture for future generations. Learn more about how sites are selected. 

Glass beads transformed Dakota art
Archaeology in West Africa could rewrite the textbooks on human evolution

What triangular patterns on rocks may reveal about human ancestors

theconversation.com | April 25, 2021
A look into how ancient sands along the South African coast have preserved possible pieces of artwork, created by homo sapiens thousands of years ago. 
medicinehatnews.com | April 25, 2021
Clovis has long been considered the oldest culture in the Americas. However, sites are being discovered that may pre-date the Clovis occupation. Wally’s Beach in Alberta, Canada is one such site.
Indigenous land-use reduced catastrophic wildfires on the Fish Lake Plateau