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8 people are interested
Volunteer Surveyor, Clarksdale
ORGANIZATION: Mississippi Department of Archives and History (MDAH), Archaeology and Historic Sites
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8 people are interested
Purpose:
To provide survey support to the operations of the Archaeology and Historic Sites (AHS) section of the Mississippi Department of Archives and History. This support will assist staff in furthering its mission to identify, preserve, and protect Mississippi's rich prehistoric and historic archaeological heritage through expanded public and professional education and stewardship. Volunteers are needed to assist staff in systematic archeological survey and inventory, maintaining and developing productive partnerships with various organizations and agencies, promoting effective archaeological programs and archaeological research.
Volunteers will assist AHS staff with occasional archaeological surveys, walk plowed fields, general and controlled surface collecting, and conduct shovel testing.
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About Mississippi Department of Archives and History (MDAH), Archaeology and Historic Sites
Location:
100 South State Street, Jackson, MS 39201, US
Mission Statement
The mission of the Archaeology and Historic Sites Section of the Mississippi Department of Archives and History (Historic Preservation Division) is to identify, preserve, and protect Mississippi's rich prehistoric and historic archaeological heritage through expanded public and professional education and stewardship.
Description
Volunteers are needed to assist staff in systematic archeological survey and inventory, maintaining and developing productive partnerships with various organizations and agencies, promoting effective archaeological programs and archaeological research.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
130 Leflore AvenueClarksdale, MS 38614
DATE POSTED
December 8, 2016
SKILLS
- Archeology
- History
- Anthropology
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Orientation or Training
- Project based - minimum 20 hours for active status
- Complete training, work outside in extreme weather, walk long distances, lift 40 lbs,