Philadelphia and the Development of Americanist Archaeology

by Don D. Fowler

For two and a half centuries, Philadelphians have been actively involved in archaeological research. In particular, three vital and venerable cultural institutions--the American Philosophical Society (founded 1743), the Academy of Natural Sciences (founded 1812), and the University Museum of the University of Pennsylvania (founded 1893)--have nurtured the "systematic study of antiquities."

The ten essays in this volume focus on Philadelphians...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0817313125
• ISBN13: 9780817313128
• Release Date: September 2003
• Publisher: University Alabama Press
• Length: 240 Pages
• Weight: 1.00 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.4"