The Dubois County Museum located at 2704 N. Newton Street (US 231) in Jasper welcomes Professor
Michael Strezewski from the University of Southern Indiana to speak on Archaeology Day on September
14, 2024, beginning at 10:30. After his presentation local collectors Derrick Haas and Kenny Hochgesang
will be on hand till noon to share their knowledge of arrowheads, spear points and tools with the
audience. They will help you identify any of your new finds.
Professor Strezewski will share his knowledge of “The Mann site, Indiana’s first Capital”. This site, in
Posey County, dates from AD 200-600.
September is Indiana Archaeology Month. The Division of Historic Preservation and Archaeology (DHPA)
coordinates the events to encourage learning about Indiana archaeology, universities, museums,
organizations and individuals throughout the state host a variety of programs. These can include
archaeological laboratory open houses, artifact identifications, lectures on archaeological topics,
archaeological excavations, and more.
The museum would like to recognize Mary Ann Hayes for her long and enthusiastic commitment to
coordinating past Archaeology Days at the museum. Her interest in Archaeology led to the program’s
start and continuation. She stepped down as the coordinator. The museum also would like to recognize
the commitment made by former Indiana state archaeologist Dr. Rick Jones in lending his expertise to
our annual program.
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