Archaeological Sites in Calvert County, Maryland __ Read about these important archaeological research sites. The opening page is mostly images, to get more detail of the research, click on the "archaeology" link near the bottom of the page. - illustrated - From calvert-county.com - http://calvert-county.com/archaeology.html

Archaeological Society of Maryland Inc. __ Webpages of the Archaeological Society of Maryland - http://www.marylandarcheology.org/ 

Archaeology in Annapolis __ "Archaeology in Annapolis is a partnership between the Department of Anthropology at the University of Maryland, College Park, and Historic Annapolis Foundation. Begun in 1981, the Archaeology in Annapolis project has been concerned with promoting better understandings of Annapolis’ diverse past through the interpretation of material culture." You can read about their remarkable work - photos and other illustrations - From Archaeology in Annapolis - http://www.bsos.umd.edu/anth/AIA/AboutAIA.htm

Council for Maryland Archaeology __ "The Council for Maryland Archeology (CfMA) was founded in 1976 to foster public awareness, concern, and responsibility for the conservation of archaeological resources in Maryland. Members are professional archeologists who work to promote research, preservation and management of archeological resources in Maryland." Learn more. - From CFMA - http://www.smcm.edu/Academics/soan/cfma/ 
 
Diagnostic Artifacts in Maryland __ You may find this to be an important resource for the understanding of Maryland archaeology. "This Web Page has been designed to introduce you to artifact types commonly found at archaeological sites in Maryland. We hope that archaeologists, curators, students, and anyone interested in Maryland and Mid-Atlantic history will make use of the information contained in this Web Page. We have taken the definitions from the standard references, and present multiple images of artifacts to facilitate correct identifications. Bibliographic references and glossary terms are provided in each section." A lot of other excellent information can be found here too. - illustrated - From efpat.org - http://www.jefpat.org/diagnostic/Index.htm 

dig: Maryland Archaeology Events __ "dig's guide to special archaeological programs, events, and exhibits in Maryland" - From digonsite.com - http://www.digonsite.com/guide/maryland.html 

Fox Gap Project __ "This website documents the results of a remarkable collaboration of archaeologists, historians, and trail volunteers in the investigation and management of an important archaeological and historic site: The Wise Farmstead and Fox Gap Portion of the South Mountain Battlefield." Good report - illustrated - from Indiana University of Pennsylvania - http://www.iuparchaeology.iup.edu/FoxGap/

Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum __ "Jefferson Patterson Park and Museum owes its very existence to archaeology. Mrs. Patterson was excited by the dozens of archaeological sites present on her farm, and wanted to see them preserved, so she donated the property to the State. The mission of the new park was to explore the history of the people who have lived in this region for the last 12,000 years." You can read the whole story here. - illustrated - From Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum - http://www.jefpat.org/
 
Maryland Archaeology Month __ "Maryland Archeology Month is a celebration of our shared archeological heritage - created by Maryland's diverse inhabitants over the last 12,000 years. Protecting this irreplaceable archeological heritage provides opportunities to discover and learn from the past. Through this year's theme - "It's not just what we find, it's what we find out." - we invite you to "Find Out" about Maryland's past by attending as many events as you can, and by exploring this web site's gallery of archeological mysteries!" Well, I guess they said it all. - illustrated - from marylandarcheology.org - http://www.marylandarcheology.org/Arch_Month/Index4.htm 

Maryland Historical Trust - Office of Archaeology __ Learn about this 'office' and the responsibilities entailed. You will find a brief overview of several of their programs. You will also find other resources regarding archaeological law and other issues, mostly in PDF format. - From marylandhistoricaltrust.net - http://www.marylandhistoricaltrust.net/archeol.html 

Maryland Preservation Plan Profile __ Learn about the Maryland preservation plan and its archaeological and historical context. - From National Park Service - http://www.cr.nps.gov/hps/pad/stateplans/maryland.htm 

Standards and Guidelines for Archaeological Research in Maryland __ Learn the legalities for conducting archaeological research in Maryland. A PDF file, Acrobat Reader needed - From marylandhistoricaltrust.net - http://www.marylandhistoricaltrust.net/arch-s&g.pdf 

St. Mary's City __ "Historic St. Mary's City, the site of the fourth permanent settlement in British North America, Maryland's first capital, and the birthplace of religious toleration, invites you to explore the lifeways of Maryland's first citizens." You will find history and archaeological information under the 'research' heading. - illustrated - From St. Mary's City - http://www.stmaryscity.org/

Tyler Bastian Field Session in Maryland Archeology __ "The Annual Tyler Bastian Field Session in Maryland Archeology is one of ASM's most popular programs. Named after Maryland's first State Archeologist who began the Field Session in 1971 as a weekend field testing project, it has grown to today's 11-day field and lab training program, complete with lecture series, workshops, and meal/camping facilities." Learn more about this exciting event. - illustrated - From marylandarcheology.org - http://www.marylandarcheology.org/fs.php 

Workshop in Archeology __ "Have you ever wanted to try your hand at making stone tools, or adzing ship timbers the way they did in the 18th century? Well, every year the Office of Archeology and the Archeological Society of Maryland, Inc. (ASM) give you a chance to participate in demonstrations of ancient skills and learn about the techniques archeologists use to discover the past." After reading this you may want to sign up. - illustrated - from marylandhistoricaltrust.net - http://www.marylandhistoricaltrust.net/workshop.html

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