ASO Striving to Preserve Ohio's Archaeological Heritage __ "Since 1942 the ASO has strived to preserve Ohio's rich archaeological heritage. If you would like to learn more about Ohio's fascinating prehistoric past we encourage you to explore our web-site." Well worth a visit with reports, links, quizes and games. - illustrated - From ASO - http://www.ohioarch.org/

Consortium __ "Northeast Ohio is exceptionally rich in important historical resources and collections among its major universities, libraries, and museums...The key to such an innovative program would be the formation of collaborative linkages between institutions and disciplines. Piecing together the complicated patchwork that was life in Northeast Ohio necessitates historians, archaeologists, and biological anthropologists sharing their expertise and methodological approaches with each other to a degree never before attempted...With these opportunities and issues in mind, we propose the formation of a Northeast Ohio History Consortium among those institutions most vitally involved in the preservation and interpretation of Ohio History." An attempt by me to squeeze the theme of the text down to one paragraph. The proposal is too important to go by just my review. Good reading. - From Northeast Ohio Journal of History - http://www3.uakron.edu/nojh/consortium.htm 

dig: Ohio Archaeology Events __ "dig's guide to special archaeological programs, events, and exhibits in Ohio" - From digonsite.com - http://www.digonsite.com/guide/ohio.html 
 
Fallen Timbers Battlefield Archaeological Project Home Page __ "On Aug. 20, 1794, Gen. "Mad" Anthony Wayne and his Legion of the United States met and defeated the confederated tribes, led by Weyapiersenwah (Blue Jacket) of the Shawnee and Michikinikwa, at the Battle of Fallen Timbers." You will learn what this meant to the Indians and the settlement of the Northwest Territories. But mostly, you will learn about the archaeological efforts and attempts at preservation. - illustrated - From Heidelberg College - http://www.heidelberg.edu/FallenTimbers/

Fort Ancient State Memorial __ "A major North American archaeological site, this National Historic Landmark features 3½ miles of earthen walls enclosing mounds, gateways and stone pavements built by the Hopewell Indians (100 B.C.-500 A.D.) and two agricultural settlements built centuries later by the Fort Ancient Indians (1000-1650 A.D)." You will find a good overview and history. - illustrated - From State Government - http://culture.ohio.gov/project.asp?proj=ancient 

The Hopeton Earthworks and Hopewell Culture __ "Although the Hopewell mounds and earthworks of Ross County, Ohio have been well known to the scientific community for more than 150 years, many basic questions have yet to be answered about the sites, and about the people and culture who built them." - illustrated - From National Park Service - http://www.cr.nps.gov/mwac/hopeton/index.htm   

Hopewell Culture National Historical Park __ "From about 200 BC to AD 500, the Ohio River Valley was a focal point of the prehistoric Hopewell culture. The term Hopewell describes a broad network of beliefs and practices among different Native American groups over a large portion of eastern North America. The culture is characterized by the construction of enclosures made of earthen walls, often built in geometric patterns, and mounds of various shapes." You will find out a lot more here. - illustrated - From National Park Service - http://www.nps.gov/hocu/ 

Indian Mounds--Ohio __ Information and general background of protected Indian mounds and mound groups in Ohio - From ibsgwatch - http://www.ibsgwatch.imagedjinn.com/learn/ohio.htm
 
Nobles Pond: Home __ "Approximately 11,000 years ago, Ice Age people (Paleoindians) lived at Nobles Pond in Jackson Township, Stark County, Ohio. Science knows little about these people, but they are considered to be the first inhabitants of Ohio after the glacial ice receded. Several Paleoindian campsites have been discovered, excavated, and recorded at this 25-acre site." Learn about the research. - illustrated - from noblespond.com - http://www.noblespond.com/ 

Ohio Archaeology Home Page __ "The Ohio Archaeological Council is a private, non-profit corporation registered with the State of Ohio in 1975 as a charitable scientific and educational organization promoting the advancement of archaeology in Ohio. The Ohio Archaeological Council consists of professional archaeologists, avocational archaeologists, and interested students of Ohio." Learn more about this organization and its activities. - From Ohio Archaeological Council - http://www.ohioarchaeology.org/ 

Ohio Historic Preservation Office __ They summed it up quite nicely for us. "Administers the National Register of Historic Places program in Ohio, manages the State Registry of Historic Landmarks, the State Registry of Archaeological Inventory, and survey and planning grants. Oversees development of the state's comprehensive historic preservation plan." - From Ohio Historic Preservation Office - http://www.ohiohistory.org/resource/histpres/people/staff/histpres.html

Ohio Mounds __ A bibliography of Ohio effigy mounds. - From herper.com - http://www.herper.com/Earthworkbiblio.html 

Ohio Valley Archaeology __ Here is only one example of the kind of information you will find here: "Organization of Early Paleoindian Technology: We use both spatial patterning and chaîne opératoire concepts to understand activities at Nobles Pond (33ST357), one of the earliest archaeological sites yet documented in northern Ohio." Excellent information about Mound Builder cultures. - illustrated - From Mark F. Seeman - http://www.personal.kent.edu/~mseeman/ 

Wetlands and Archaeological Sites __ "Wetlands are one of the most archaeologically sensitive areas in Ohio. Wetlands were exploited for their natural resources throughout Ohio’s prehistory (14,000-450 years ago). Additionally, land adjacent to wetlands, particularly in Ohio’s glaciated region, was often used by prehistoric American Indians for hunting game, collecting plants, and establishing settlements." This brief report from the Ohio Historic Preservation Office describes the importance of wetlands to Ohio archaeology. - From Ohio Historic Preservation Office - http://www.ohiohistory.org/resource/histpres/toolbox/wetarch.html

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