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Literally thousands of web pages on the World Wide Web are dedicated to archeology. Many of these are aimed at professionals and therefore use the technical jargon of the discipline, making them somewhat less practical for teachers and students. We have searched the sites for you and have compiled and linked pages in the United States and Canada that have solid information in a useful format for educators.
Part of the goal of THEN's Archeology pages is to encourage an appreciation for the past through archeological sites. The sites and the artifacts they contain are messages from and about the past. If you know how to read those messages, you can learn about the culture and lifestyle of people in the far-distant or more recent past. These resources are an inherent part of all of our pasts and are nonrenewable. For these very good reasons, we all should appreciate the fragility of archeological sites and take an active role in their preservation.
All archeological sites on Federal lands and in many states are protected by law. It is illegal to dig in any national park, and in many state parks. Educators who incorporate archeology into the classroom should remember that they are responsible for teaching students not to dig for "treasure" or artifacts. Teachers and students interested in learning to dig should contact their state archaeological society or state historic preservation (SHPO) office. They will be happy to tell you about volunteer opportunities. Use the link below.
Archeology By State
If anyone thinks they have located an archeological site, contact a local archeologist. The following link is must read information provided by the Missouri Archeological Society to understand the reasons why even archeologists do not excavate sites just to find "things."
Missouri Archeological Society
Welcome to the world of
archeology and education!
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