As of September 2026, we have over 28,500 archaeological sites recorded in Pennsylvania. This reflects nearly 100 years of Pennsylvanian’s appreciating and recording information on the archaeological evidence of past populations. Of those sites, over 21,900 are pre-contact period archaeological sites – sites that date to the thousands of years that people lived in what is now Pennsylvania before Europeans arrived.
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Are you a highly skilled archaeologist with NAGPRA knowledge and experience? The Pennsylvania State Historic Preservation Office (PA SHPO) is seeking a Historic Preservation Specialist to work on NAGPRA consultation and collections. Bring your dedication and experience with consultation and preservation to this meaningful and important role.
The National Historic Preservation Act of 1966, as amended (NHPA) recognizes that historic preservation is a public interest. Recently, significant changes to the NHPA Section 106 regulations have been proposed.
This is part of a biannual blog series highlighting the agreement documents executed by PA SHPO in accordance with Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act and its implementing regulations.
Are you passionate about conserving resources in Pennsylvania for the benefit of future generations? The Pennsylvania State Historic Preservation Office (PA SHPO) is looking for an Environmental Review, Streamlining Coordinator who enjoys solving problems and helping projects move forward. In this role, you will support agencies as they identify important archaeological resources before construction begins. You will help improve review processes and strengthen how information is shared statewide. If you are interested in using your skills to protect resources and support project planning, this is the perfect opportunity for you!
Are you passionate about conserving resources in Pennsylvania for the benefit of future generations? The Historical & Museum Commission is searching for a Historic Preservation Supervisor – Above Ground to assist the PA State Historic Preservation Office (PA SHPO) to support project reviews, lead a dedicated team, and work closely with state and federal partners. Your leadership will help improve planning, education, and documentation efforts statewide. If you want to make a positive impact on Pennsylvania’s historic resources, this position gives you that chance!
NAGPRA—or the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act—was signed into law on November 16, 1990. At its core, NAGPRA was created to address the historical mistreatment of Native American human remains and cultural items. NAGPRA requires federal agencies and cultural institutions (e.g. museums, universities, state agencies, and local governments) that receive federal funds to repatriate (or return) ancestors, sacred objects, funerary objects, and objects of cultural patrimony to lineal descendants and culturally affiliated federally recognized tribes and nations.
Are you searching for an exciting new professional opportunity to support the preservation of historic and archaeological resources in Pennsylvania?
Achieve your goals in this Environmental Streamlining Coordinator role with the PA State Historic Preservation Office (PA SHPO). In this position, you will proactively assist agencies and applicants with fulfilling their legal obligation to consider historic resources during the planning and execution of projects, section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act and the Pennsylvania History Code. Do not miss this unique and critical chance to help PA SHPO deliver an effective and efficient Environmental Review program!
Don’t miss out on this opportunity! Apply today through 4/10/2026 to become an essential part of our team where you will play a vital role in our mission to discover, protect, and share Pennsylvania’s past, inspiring others to value and use our history in meaningful ways.
There are lots of things I look forward to in March as spring nears, like melting snow, daffodils, warmer sunny days, and… the PA SHPO Annual Report!
Are you passionate about conserving resources in Pennsylvania for the benefit of future generations? The Historical & Museum Commission is searching for an Environmental Review, Streamlining Coordinator to assist the PA State Historic Preservation Office (PA SHPO) deliver an effective and efficient Environmental Review program. You will have the opportunity to proactively assist federal and state agencies in the identification of archaeological resources in advance of anticipated projects. Do not miss out on this unique and critical career opportunity!
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