The PHMC has been a steward of archaeological site information in Pennsylvania since the late 1920s.
Category Archives: Pennsylvania Archaeological Site Survey
The Society at 90: Celebrating the Society for Pennsylvania Archaeology’s 90th Year with a Look Back at our Beginnings
In 1929, the Society for Pennsylvania Archaeology (SPA) was formed to promote the study of archaeology within the Commonwealth. Throughout the history of the SPA, up to and including today, the SPA has provided a forum for amateur and professional … Continue reading
The Pennsylvania Archaeological Site Survey (PASS), A Look Forward and Back
Did you know that Pennsylvania contains over 25,300 recorded archaeological sites?
Special Announcement! PA SHPO looking for Archaeology Intern
The Pennsylvania State Historic Preservation Office is seeking an archaeology research intern to help with the development of a proactive, statewide survey program: the Pennsylvania Archaeological Site Survey (PASS).
ReGIS isn’t foolin’! Electronic submissions and online data entry are here!
It may be the time of year when we all joke around and partake in fun pranks to celebrate April Fools Day, but we’re not joking when we say that your life is about to get easier. Why? Electronic submissions … Continue reading
PASS: More than an Acronym or a Site Number
The Pennsylvania Archaeological Site Survey (PASS) is the Commonwealth’s inventory of recorded archaeological sites.
What’s in a name like “Pennsylvania Archaeological Data Synthesis: The Beaver Creek Watershed?”
The Pennsylvania Archaeological Data Synthesis: The Beaver Creek Watershed B is a mouthful of words, to say the least.
Don’t PASS up this post about our new forms!
Archaeology can be pretty slow in the winter, but like you, we’re gearing up for the spring field season! We thought we’d PASS some time updating a few things.
Special Announcement! New Archaeology Guidelines Available
PA SHPO has released an updated 2017 version of the Guidelines for Archaeological Investigation in Pennsylvania.
Archaeology Month: Celebrating Recordation, New Insights, and Preservation
Fall is always an exciting time of year for archaeologists across the state as we gear up to celebrate Pennsylvania Archaeology Month each October! I know it’s a bit early, but I didn’t want anyone to be caught off-guard come … Continue reading