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FLORENCE-Archaeological stewardship is a historic preservation movement that is focused on the protection of archaeological sites for future generations. While historic buildings are threatened with removal, alteration, and neglect, archaeological sites face a different set of risks from environmental factors and human destruction. Protecting our archaeological sites and resources is an important part of understanding our history and investing in future generations.
FLORENCE-Archaeological stewardship is a historic preservation movement that is focused on the protection of archaeological sites for future generations. While historic buildings are threatened with removal, alteration, and neglect, archaeological sites face a different set of risks from environmental factors and human destruction. Protecting our archaeological sites and resources is an important part of understanding our history and investing in future generations.Dr. Jan Simek will present his talk, chronicling his work with rock art in North Alabama, on Sunday, January 19th at 2pm. Dr. Simek is a professor in the Department of Anthropology at the University of Tennessee and has been studying cave art in the southeast for over 35 years.
This event is the fifth in a series of presentations based around archaeological study and stewardship in the Shoals region. For more information, call (256) 760-6427.
The Florence Indian Mound Museum is open Tuesday-Saturday, 10-4, and
Sunday, 1-4. Admission is $5 for adults and $2 for students.
Media Release/City of Florence Alabama
