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Halfmoon Town Park

Saratoga County, New York

 

 

 In 2005, Phase I archaeological investigations began at the 64-acre Halfmoon Town Park Project.  Six prehistoric sites and two historic sites were identified within the park parcel by the archaeological survey and subsequent Phase II fieldwork, which documented the  occupation of the park from Early Archaic times through the Colonial period, and found the sites to be National Register eligible. Additionally, the prehistoric sites, all located along sandy dune terrain next to small upland tributaries were considered archaeological districting.  


In 2007, Phase III data recovery included further fieldwork of three prehistoric sites, and one historic site. Fieldwork used traditional methods combined with large block excavations where artifacts were piece plotted using total station and GPS technology. Geomorphologic analysis of dune features was a vital part of the Phase III fieldwork in determining the relative age of these features and the potential for buried Stone Foundationlate Pleistocene-age cultural deposits.  


Excavations at the historic site uncovered a dry-laid stone foundation, well, numerous features and outbuildings dating to the eighteenth century.  Domestic Wellartifacts include brass buttons, ceramics, shoe buckles, and glass items.  Archival research found the historic house site was situated on the Van Schaick Patent, originally leased from Anthony Ten Eyck by Coonradt Nessle in 1774.  The site was occupied by several members of the Nessle family following Coonradt's death in 1796.  Based on archaeological and documentary evidence, it is believed the site was occupied until the late 1830s.  Analysis of the sites in the park parcel continues.


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.

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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.


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