Tad Baker to Present Chadbourne Archaeology Progress Report |
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One of the most important archaeological sites excavated in southern
The program, which is open to the public, will be held Thursday evening, September 23, starting at 7:30 pm at
A professor of history at Salem State College, Baker is an award-winning author of numerous works on the history and archaeology of early
Baker has led archaeological excavations at many early colonial sites. He was an on-camera expert for the PBS-TV series Colonial House, and has consulted for PBS's The American Experience. He lives with his wife and two daughters in
From 1995 to 2007, Baker and the Old Berwick Historical Society excavated the homestead of Lucy and Humphrey Chadbourne and their family, who were among the first English settlers to arrive in what is now
Baker and hundreds of volunteers over 13 years uncovered over 40,000 artifacts as well as the remains of the house and a series of outbuildings.
Artifacts from the Chadbourne project can now be viewed at the historical society’s
Although the digging has ended, the analysis of the site and the artifacts continues. In his lecture, Baker will present an analysis of the artifacts, and how they help us better understand what life was like for the Chadbourne family and other early immigrants to Northern New England.
This event is part of the Old Berwick Historical Society's 2010 series of talks, walks and historical events. The series, supported by member donations, includes seven monthly evening presentations as well as other local history events around
More information on all the Old Berwick Historical Society's programs is available by calling (207) 384-0000