Archaeology Program
Events & Camps | Volunteers | Contact Us
Archaeology is history ... from the ground up!
The Archaeology Program identifies, manages, and interprets archaeological sites on parkland and provides opportunities to consider the effects of land use decisions on cultural resources.
Excavations contribute to public education programs, restorations, park development plans and mitigation of construction projects. The program provides for the stewardship of non-renewable archaeological resources and an opportunity for public participation in discovering our human past right in your back yard .
Since 1984, high school students have broadened their curriculum through our award-winning volunteer program. The Department of Parks provides projects in fieldwork and laboratory analysis and a fieldschool experience through our camps. Adults can also join in the fun through a cooperative venture with the Archaeology Society of Maryland Mid-Potomac Chapter.
Events & Camps
We have many fun, interesting and adventurous activities planned in the year ahead.. Check out our Historic Happenings calendar or search the main Parks Calendar for upcoming events.
Archaeology Camps
Our summer camp session have ended for 2011, but you can still find out just what archaeologists do as a volunteer or other events. Contact Us !
Volunteers
Volunteers are one of our best assets!
Montgomery Parks encourages the involvement and participation of individuals in its program and at its facilities. Contact Us .
- Where: Activities are based out of Needwood Mansion
- Time: Wednesdays mornings from 9:30 am - 2:30 pm
NOTE: Depending on the weather and the work requirements, we will either be in the lab or in the field.
Contact Us
M-NCPPC, Department of Parks, Montgomery County
Archaeology Program
Needwood Mansion
6700 Needwood Road
Derwood, Maryland 20855
Heather Bouslog, Archaeologist
301-840-5848 | Heather.Bouslog@montgomeryparks.org
Cassandra Michaud, Assistant Archaeologist
301-840-5848 | Cassandra.Michaud@montgomeryparks.org
Last Update: September 19, 2011
Montgomery County Department of Parks