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very June, American Archaeology runs a feature article about visiting archaeological ruins in the United States. The stories are intended to guide people to some fabulous archaeological areas around the country. This year we are featuring the archaeology of western North Dakota (see “Exploring the Archaeology of North Dakota,” page 19). It’s a place of dramatic landscapes and fascinating history. Until recently, when ordinary folk thought of archaeological tourism in the U.S., they thought of Mesa Verde and perhaps some the mounds in Ohio. But there is so much more out there,
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and more and more people are taking advantage of it. Nearly every state has enough archaeological attractions for a nice road trip. Most have much more. New sites are being opened every year, and we intend to bring them to your attention. The Conservancy and other organizations continue to offer new guided trips in every region of the country. Archaeological tourism can, and does, play an important role in the struggle to preserve America’s heritage. It helps educate the general populace about past cultures and modern science. It builds public support for preservation initiatives. It develops
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important new economic and political allies.All of us that care about America’s heritage should double our efforts to promote new archaeological parks and museums. Archaeological tourism is very educational, and it is fun.
ARCHAEOLOGY & TRAVEL ADVENTURES IN THE
SOUTHWEST & BEYOND
EXCEPTIONAL SCHOLARS DOMESTIC
INTERNATIONAL
Ancient River, Ruins, & Rock Art San Juan River & Cedar Mesa, Utah May 22–28 Scholars: Dr. William Lipe & Sally Cole Yellow Clay & Yucca Brushes A Hopi Pottery Workshop August 14–20 Scholar: Rachel Sahmie Nampeyo
Chaco Canyon & the Jemez Pueblo World September 11–17 Scholars: Dr. Gwinn Vivian & Chris Toya Backcountry Archaeology Exploring Slickhorn Canyon, Utah October 2–8 Scholars: Jonathan Till & Dr. Ricky Lightfoot Desert Dwellers Exploring the Archaeology of the Hohokam November 6–12 Scholars: Dr. Paul Fish & Dr. Suzanne Fish
ROW CANYON CARCHAEOLOGICAL CENTER Near Mesa Verde in Southwest CO
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Bolivia’s Andes & Altiplano Archaeology, History, & Culture Optional Extension to Peru
March 2011 (exact date to be announced) Scholar: Dr. Axel Nielsen Civilizations of Central Mexico The Aztecs & Their Predecessors June 8–18 Scholars: Dr. David Carballo & Jennifer Carballo Paleolithic to Present Oman, the Jewel of Arabia
Optional Extension to United Arab Emirates
November 6-18 Scholar: Dr. Jeffrey Rose
For more information on scholars & reservations: 800.422.8975 • www.crowcanyon.org/travel AA/Summer • CST 2059347-50 • The Crow Canyon Archaeological Center’s programs and admission practices are open to applicants of any race, color, nationality, ethnic origin, gender, or sexual orientation.
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The Benefits of Archaeological Tourism
