The University of Arizona
 

Bioarchaeology and Burial Excavation Services

Burial excavation and osteological analysis services are provided by museum employees and anthropology students in the Bioarchaeology Laboratory who are trained in osteology as well as archaeology.  The objectives of the program are to facilitate compliance with the requirements of state laws regarding the discovery of human remains, to improve the recording of basic inventory data in the field, and to add to our knowledge of prehistoric lifeways while ensuring that human remains are treated with dignity and respect. Documentation of burials is provided in the form of completed inventory forms and a written description of the burial context with assessment of age and sex. Analytic and descriptive chapters may also be provided for inclusion in site reports or comparative volumes.

Services are provided on a fee basis.

Please contact:
Dr. John McClelland
Lab Manager, Osteology
Arizona State Museum
The University of Arizona
Tucson AZ 85721-0026

Or send an e-mail message to Dr. McClelland