Archaeology Summer Camp for Adults
July 21–25, 2008
Arizona State Museum is the state’s official repository for all archaeological materials uncovered on public lands. With ever-expanding urban development, thousands of
objects are brought in everyday. But before an object becomes part of ASM’s world-renowned collections, it first gets processed in the museum’s repository - the largest and busiest non-federal facility in the country. Through hands-on work, you will learn how objects are in-processed, accessioned, recorded, packaged, and stored. Lectures and tours round out your week-long experience.
2009 dates and area of focus TBA
$300 ASM Members | $330 non members ($125 tax deductible)
CAMPUS PARKING INCLUDED!
Limited group size (12 persons) ensures meaningful interaction.
"The program was thoroughly enjoyable. The instructors were clear, concise, helpful, and personable. The program was very well organized...would give it an A+."
"I appreciated the effort put in by our professors and the enthusiasm with which they presented the material. Generous use of museum collections, documents and books!"
"The program was educational, fun, intense, and required thought! It was just what I wanted. [The instructors] were tireless, enthusiastic and humorous! This program will definitely aid me in my archaeological work."
" Very high quality and useful course - excellent! Instructors were superb. Size of class was just right - not too many."
"Fantastically rich program! Thanks for one of the most enjoyable
and rewarding weeks of my long life. I look forward to continuing in the program.
A great, great program."
"This has been a FANTASTIC experience! I learned an incredible amount
and had fun doing it. I really enjoyed getting to actually handle the various…materials…
I would certainly participate in future programs."
"Had a blast, learned a lot and as added value can utilize this
experience in my workplace."
Arthur Vokes
Arthur Vokes is curator of archaeological respository collections at Arizona State Museum. A graduate of NAU and UA anthropology programs, he has overseen
the repository since 1990. Arthur's research interests lie in archaeomalacology, that is, shell and its various forms and functions in the prehistoric Southwest. He consults and publishes widely on this topic.
It is Arthur's responsbility to personally meet and greet every single object that enters the museum. Come help him out. He'll welcome you with open arms!
Arizona State Museum’s scholars and extensive collections are among
the most significant resources in the world for the study of Southwest peoples.
Arizona State Museum is Arizona’s premier research museum, the oldest
and largest anthropology museum in the Southwest (est. 1893), home of the
largest collection of Southwest Indian pottery in the world, and a Smithsonian
Institution affiliate. Your support of our programs helps us continue our
work. Thank you!
Please email Darlene
Lizarraga or call her at 520-626-8381.
or print the form:
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and mail it to:
Attn: Darlene Lizarraga
Arizona State Museum
P.O. Box 210026
Tucson AZ · 85721-0026
Image credits:
Photos by
Jannelle Weakly unless otherwise indicated
Sherds and analysis tools: Geoffrey Ashley
