The Nova Scotia Archaeology Society (NSAS) was formed in 1987 in response to a growing interest in the Province's heritage resources. It is our mandate to bring together individuals interested in the study and promotion of archaeology, particularly as it relates to all cultures of Nova Scotia; to disseminate knowledge and encourage the exchange of information among professionals and amateurs alike; and to promote the preservation and protection of archaeological sites and resources throughout the Province.

Interested in archaeology?

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Archaeology News

Beaubassin-Fort Lawrence Public Archaeology Experience
The Beaubassin - Fort Lawrence Public Archaeology Experience will be offered Thursday to Sunday, July 22 to August 15, 2010. The daily cost is $36.70 and anyone interested in participating should contact Fort Beauséjour at 506-364-5080 or email at  fort.beausejour@pc.gc.ca Additional info can be found in this PDF.

2010 Friend of Archaeology Award
The Nova Scotia Archaeology Society is pleased to announce that the Cole Harbour Parks and Trails Association (CHPTA) is the recipient of the 2010 Friend of Archaeology Award (presentation date and venue TBA).

Marine Archaeology Seminar
The NSAS held a full-day seminar in Marine Archaeology in Halifax on Saturday, June 12, presented by Rob Rondeau of PROCOM Marine Survey & Archaeology. The seminar gave an introduction to Marine Archaeology and explained the techniques and technologies used by marine archaeologists to document and manage cultural resources underwater as applicable to both salt water and fresh water investigations. Additional info can be found in this PDF.

John Harvey Award
Congratulations to J. Cranton Phillips, the 2010 winner of the John Harvey Award. This award is presented annually by the NSAS for an outstanding undergraduate paper in Nova Scotia archaeology, or a paper by a Nova Scotian undergraduate student archaeologist. The NSAS Secretary, Ms. Robyn Crook, presented the award to Mr. Phillips at the March 23 meeting of the Society. The presentation included a certificate and the gift of a field notebook.

Friend of Archaeology Award
The Board of the Nova Scotia Archaeology Society seeks nominations for the 2011 Friend of Archaeology Award. If you know someone you feel is deserving of this honour, please forward your nomination.

NSAS Board Elections
Elections for the NSAS Board took place on the evening of the May lecture and Annual General Meeting. All incumbent members of the board were returned by acclamation. If you have an interest in contributing to the future of the Society as a member of the Board for next year (beginning May 2011) please contact the NSAS President, Darryl Kelman, at (902) 453-4972 or email dkelman@crmgroup.ca.