PROJECTS

Experienced Archaeological Surveys

SUBMIT A PROJECT

Clifton Park - Halfmoon Public Library

Saratoga County, New York

 

 

Archaeological investigations at the Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library were completed during the years 2004 and 2005.  Phase I fieldwork identified a prehistoric site across fairly level to slightly undulating sandy terrain.  Subsequent excavations yielded projectile points associated with the Middle Archaic period in interior eastern New York and the site was considered eligible for NRHP.  While the artifact assemblage is relatively small, totaling 250 artifacts, data collected at this site provide insight into two main issues.


First, this site provided a rare opportunity to examine discrete, concentrated Middle Archaic deposits and offers information about patterns of site selection, site function, and site reuse.  The site’s location, adjacent to a wetland, would have offered occupants
variable resources and the site appears to be a temporary encampment used during a seasonal circuit of resource and food gathering.


Second, Middle Archaic artifacts at this site were buried within near surface soils providing information regarding site formation processes. Research included soil development analysis by a geoarchaeologist which provided data on how artifacts get buried within upland sandy soils in areas away from active floodplains.


ArchaeologiSt Professionals

Landmark Archaeology President and Principal Archaeologist Susan Gade, RPA, is directly involved in supervising field projects and artifact analysis, and writing proposals, research designs and reports.  She has developed and implemented research designs for all levels of archaeological investigations for prehistoric and historic sites in the northeast and Midwest regions of the United States. Landmark Archaeology co-owner and Principal Archaeologist Derrick J. Marcucci, RPA, assists in administering the company while also conducting and supervising archaeological and historical research projects. He has has extensive experience applying GIS/GPS technology to CRM applications, and is currently is a New York Archaeological Council (NYAC) board member.

READ MORE
Landmark Archaeology

Employment Opportunities

Landmark Archaeology, Inc. is a full service cultural research management firm. Our projects range from Phase I surveys to Phase III data recovery plans in the Midwest and throughout New York and the Northeast.  Qualified and highly motivated individuals are encouraged to submit resumes with references for employment consideration with Landmark Archaeology, Inc. Individuals interested in applying for field technician positions should contact us in the early spring and fall. We offer competitive salaries with benefits (health care, paid holidays, paid vacations). Salary is dependent upon professional experience and qualifications. Landmark Archaeology, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. If you would like to be considered for a position please send a cover letter along with your current resume and references to 6242 Hawes Road, Altamont, NY 12009 or to dmarcucci@landmarkarchaeologyinc.com.


CONTACT US

CONTACT US

We’ll get right back to you.

Share by: