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2014 WVU-5 We are on an excavating hiatus until spring of the site of the Green Tree Tavern.

This was a National Road Tavern which is said to have burned down in the 1840’s. We have been working there on and off over the last few years; we have uncovered evidence of its structures. In addtion, we have have recovered artifacts which provide fascinating insight into its history.

However, through the winter months, we will be at the Greene County Historical Society Museum, cleaning, organizing, and cataloging the Tavern’s artifacts.

The location of the Tavern is:

7083 National Pike, Smock, PA.

Along US Route 40, between Brownsvillle and Uniontown.

Directly across the highway from the Fayette County Historical Society Museum.

We will continue with artifact cleaning and analysis. Dates will will be announced soon. This is where we do our work:

Greene County Historical Society Museum.

918 Rolling Meadows Road, Waynesburg, PA.

All are welcome!

Interesting work at Jumonville:

First Shots of the French and Indian War. Archaeology at Jumonville.

Join the Chapter!

If you choose to participate, we ask that you join our Chapter. Dues are: Student $10, Inividual $20, Family (2 or more individuals) $30. We ask, also, that a liability waiver be signed.

Check back here frequently for up to date details. See also email addresses below.

Our Mission:

Promote the study of the prehistoric and historic archaeological resources of Pennsylvania and neighboring states.
Encourage scientific research and discourage exploration which is unscientific or irresponsible in intent or practice.
Promote the conservation of archaeological sites, artifacts, and information.
Encourage the establishment and maintenance of sources of archaeological information such as museums, societies, and educational programs.
Promote the dissemination of archaeological knowledge by means of publications and forums.
Foster the exchange of information between the professional and the avocational archaeologist.

Description:

The Chapter was re-chartered in 2009 so that those interested may meet to discuss and participate in local archaeology. It is named for the two major rivers, the Monongahela (“Mon”) and the Youghiogheny (“Yough”), which played roles in prehistoric and historic life in our region. The Mon/Yough Chapter of the SPA is committed to unearthing the history of western Pennsylvania. We conduct archaeological digs throughout the area and inform the public about the bygone days of our region, both prehistoric and historic. We are involved in current community events to keep the spirit of this great area alive. Our organization operates strictly on a volunteer basis; we encourage the public to join our association.

Take a look at our Facebook page!

Join:

Dues are $20.00 for Individual Membership, $30.00 for Family Membership, and $10.00 for students.

Contact us:

Dr. Douglas Corwin

dcorwin93@gmail.com

Dr. John Nass

nass81@atlanticbb.net

Phillip Shandorf

http://busterfire007.gmail.com

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Previously:

SPA Members Field Trip. Museums of Washington, D.C, Maryland and Virginia. June, 2019. Sites visited included:

Jefferson Patterson Park and Museum, St. Leonard, MD. Jefferson Patterson Park and Museum

National Museum of the American Indian

National Museum of Natural History. Washington, DC

Alexandria Museum

Ongoing, Currently:

We are currently excavating the site of the Green Tree Tavern. This tavern, which burned down ca. 1840, was located along the National Road, near Smock, Fayette County, PA.

Photos from Green Tree Tavern site.

Previously:

Previous Meetings:

Olivia Jones, Curator at Grave Creek Mound Archaeological Complex, Moundsville, West Virginia spoke about “A Bioarchaeological Approach to Mycenaean Secondary Burial”.

Professor Clarissa Confer, Ph.D., Department of History, Politics, Society, and Law; CALU., spoke about Prehistory of the American Southwest.

On 17 October 2019, Hannah Harvey, an archaeologist with the PA SHPO, spoke about the Pennsylvania Archaeological Site Survey. This program maintains Pennsylvania’s official inventory of over 25,000 recorded archaeological sites. Staff archaeologists continue to work with individuals and organizations to add to and improve our understanding of Pennsylvania archaeology through site recording. Hannah is a member of the SPA’s Site Survey committee.

On 25 April 2019, Adam Wells, with Cearra Mihal, discussed, “Digitizing Campell Farm Site (36 Fa 26)”.

On 21 February 2019, Clay Kilgore, Washington County Historical Society and Bryan Cunning, Michael Baker Engineering, Inc., spoke about “Finding Bear Camp: A Field Survey of General Edward Braddock’s 6th Camp on the March to Fort Duquesne”.

On 24 January 2019, Matthew Cumberledge, Executive Director Greene County Historical Society, spoke about “Lost in the Millennia, The Monongahela Tradition as Represented in Greene County Pennsylvania”. Prehistoric artifacts were displayed and discussed.

Greene County Historical Society.