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Excavations at Verteba Cave
October 8, 2018
Excavations at Verteba Cave Archaeology of the Tripoli People (4800-2900 cal. BC)
Michigan Archaeology Day! Coming up October 13!
September 2, 2018
This exciting annual event, bringing together archaeologists and the public, is sponsored by the Michigan History Museum. Grand Valley faculty and students often take part. Here's your chance to meet archaeologists and learn about their research.
10th Annual Paleo-Olympics! September 14
September 1, 2018
The Paleo-Olympics is an annual interdisciplinary event that brings together everyone in the Grand Valley community with an interest in archaeology, history, or any aspect of the past. Everyone is welcome to join us -- have fun learning something new!
9th Annual Paleo-Olympics: Coming up on September 15!
August 28, 2018
The Paleo-Olympics is an annual interdisciplinary event that brings together everyone in the Grand Valley community with an interest in archaeology, history, or any aspect of the past. Everyone is welcome to join us -- have fun learning something new!
Day Of Archaeology 2017!
June 1, 2018
Have you ever wondered what archaeologists are really up to? Is it all just digging or is there a lot more to it? The Day of Archaeology project aims to provide a window into the daily lives of archaeologists from all over the world.
Coming up on April 11! Archaeological Discoveries at Fort St Joseph
April 5, 2018
April 11: Dr. Michael Nassaney presents recent discoveries at Fort St. Joseph. Fort St. Joseph, first established as a mission in the 1680's by French Jesuits, was one of the earliest European settlements in the western Great Lakes region.
Casting Bronze Axe Heads
March 22, 2018
Join GVSU student Conor Kelly as he demonstrates the process of casting ancient bronze axe heads!
Recreating a Greek Kiln
March 12, 2018
Coming up on March 21! Experimental archaeologist Lisa Kahn discusses her work with a professional potter to recreate ancient Greek wood-firing kilns. Professor Kahn is the Archaeological Institute of America's Joseph Veach Noble Lecturer for 2017/2018.
Native American Occupations at the Ada Site
February 9, 2018
Coming up on February 14! Lynn Chapman presents Native American Occupations at the Ada Site! The Ada Site (20KT36) is a multicomponent site located in Kent County, MI. See "Events" for more details.
LiDAR and traditional archaeology at El Pilar
January 5, 2018
Recent advances in remote-sensing technology, especially involving Light Detection and Ranging (LiDAR) sensors, have revolutionized ancient Maya settlement studies. LiDAR images reveal structures ranging from massive temples to farmsteads.