[OR_Archaeology] Join us for the 5th Annual Archaeology Roadshow at PSU, June 4, 2016, 10am-3pm

[Parks, Virginia]

Below is the press release for the event, please share and post liberally!

This year also features a raffle of donated items that will help fund the
effort to "Take the Roadshow on the Road!" to other parts of Oregon in the
future. If you have items, or know of an organization that would be willing
to donate items, please contact Event Coordinators Lyssia Merrifield or
Jonathan Duelks, Lyssiacoffey at yahoo.com, jduelks at pdx.edu  by May 26, 2016.
Thank you!


*NEWS RELEASE*
May 2, 2016
For Immediate Release

*Explore the archaeology of dwellings and sample historic beer at PSU’s 5th
Annual Archaeology Roadshow*

Portland , Ore. – Celebrate the archaeology of this region and beyond at
the Portland State University Archaeology Roadshow, which will be held on
Saturday, June 4 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. This year’s theme, “The Archaeology
of Dwellings,” is designed to get visitors thinking about the universal
importance of home, and the diversity of structures and places that fill
that need. From the remains of semi-subterranean pit houses to historic
Portland bungalows, these resources have stories to tell about the people
who built and lived in them. Besides activities related to home, we’ll have
samples made from historic beer recipes for the adults and also a variety
of kid-friendly activities like tool making, atlatl dart throwing and
excavation.. The event is free and open to the public and will be held in
the plaza at PSU’s Hoffman Hall, next to the Farmers Market, at 1833 SW
11th Ave. in Portland.

Presentations and activities are hosted by archaeologists and community
members with local and traditional knowledge from universities, federal and
state agencies, tribes, archaeology companies, and nonprofit organizations.
The Roadshow is a great way for folks of all ages to meet real
archaeologists and others that are working hard to protect and share our
heritage.

This year’s event will feature an exhibit created by the Southwest Charter
School’s 3rd grade class. “With a rich archaeological history, Portland and
the surrounding region provides the perfect setting for children to explore
the science of archaeology,” says Amanda Mitchell, 3rd Grade Teacher at the
school. “The presentation of their learning to the greater community at the
Roadshow provides the students a connection with real-life archaeologists
and local citizens who share their same interests and knowledge.”

Back by popular demand are samples of beer brewed this year by the Green
Dragon Brew Crew. Their beer, “1872 Pale” uses an historic recipe from the
Oregon Hops and Brew Archives.

Fort Vancouver Historic Site is also returning to the Roadshow; “It is very
special for the National Park Service to participate in the Archaeology
Roadshow on its 5th anniversary as this is the Centennial of the National
Park Service and the 50th anniversary of the National Historic Preservation
Act,” Doug Wilson, Fort archaeologist Director says. “This institution and
this law, together directly preserve some of the most important
archaeological resources of the nation while providing a public process to
help preserve those of local, regional, and national significance. The
Roadshow highlights that Federal and State agencies, Tribes, and the
private sector can work together to preserve sites, learn about their
values and significance, and engage the public on many levels.”

A panel of experts in archaeology, paleontology and geology will be on hand
to identify the personal artifacts visitors bring. Stone, bone, woven,
plant and historical items are welcome. Please do not bring live plants or
animals. No appraisals will be given; the Archaeology Roadshow does not
authenticate or value items for sale.

Nearly 800 people attended last year’s Roadshow, organized by Portland
State University’s Anthropology Department, with help from over 100
volunteers, students and community partners. For more information on the
Roadshow, visit: pdx.edu/anthropology/archaeology-roadshow.

Media contacts:
Suzanne Pardington, University Communications, 503-725-8794, seffros at pdx.edu,
Prof. Virginia Butler, Anthropology, virginia at pdx.edu; Event Coordinators
Lyssia Merrifield and Jonathan Duelks, Lyssiacoffey at yahoo.com,
jduelks at pdx.edu

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