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Skull games! Courtesy of the Smithsonian.

Respectfully, skulls should never be played with.  As archaeologists, our minds are trained to see things as artifacts, but when excavating burials, we try to be as respectful as possible.  Playing with skulls digitally though – that ain’t so bad.  In fact, it’s very cool! The Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History has a Mystery … Read More Skull games! Courtesy of the Smithsonian.

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Safe Digging Month! (a.k.a. Buy a New Trowel)

The Alberta Damage Prevention Council proclaims April as Safe Digging Month!  Who knew?  This really refers to not hitting buried facilities, but we are gonna roll with this…  Archaeology is not a dangerous practice at all.  Our greatest risks include driving and getting dust in our eyes, perhaps wildlife (ooh, scary cows).  Alright, and back … Read More Safe Digging Month! (a.k.a. Buy a New Trowel)

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