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Archaeological __ Learn about the archaeological evidence for the origins of the Newport Tower. Some seemed to think it was of Viking construction but evidence has put that claim to rest. - illustrated - From Debunking Gavin Menzies - http://www.kenspy.com/Menzies/Arch.html


The Archaeology of College Hill __ You will find archives and website for the excavations at the First Baptist Church in Providence, Rhode Island. You will find a forum which is constantly updated. - illustrated - From brown.edu - http://proteus.brown.edu/archaeologyofcollegehill/Home

 

 


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


Rhode Island Historical Preservation & Heritage Commission __ "The Rhode Island Historical Preservation & Heritage Commission is your state agency for historical preservation and heritage programs. The Commission operates a statewide historical preservation program that identifies and protects historic buildings, districts, and archaeological sites." They pretty much covered it in that quote. You will find articles, a state survey of historical places, and good links. - illustrated - From Rhode Island Historical Preservation & Heritage Commission - http://www.rihphc.state.ri.us/

 


 
The Rhode Island Marine Archaeology Project __ While the website is about marine archaeology, the concept is one which includes the whole of the state of Rhode Island - photos - By RIMAP - http://www.rimap.org/


Rhode Island - Native American Archaeology __ Learn about the oldest known year round settlement in Southern New England. "Sea Grant research has changed our perception of Native American history in New England. Based on this discovery, we now know that by 500 B.C., Algonquian-speaking Indians of the Eastern Seaboard, closely related to Narragansetts, had settled into permanent, year-round village life on Block Island, some 10 miles off the coast of Rhode Island. - From National Sea Grant College Program - http://www.mdsg.umd.edu/~seagrantmedia/news/ri1.html 


Rhode Island Preservation Plan Profile. __ Learn how the state plans to protect historical and archaeological sites. - From National Park Service - http://www.cr.nps.gov/hps/pad/stateplans/risland.htm


 

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