The Archaeology Society of New Jersey
invites you to

Celebrate Archaeology Month in New Jersey, May 2003

The Archaeological Society of New Jersey is pleased to present the State's first Archaeology Month during May, 2003. Several events throughout the state have been organized to celebrate our 12,000 years of heritage and archaeology. More events are being finalized; for complete up-to-date details, please visit this website. You can also contact Ilene Grossman-Bailey (ilenegb@juno.com or 609-655-0692 x311) or Megan Springate (732-768-2985 or arch@digitalpresence.com).

Sunday May 4, 2003
Archaeology Open House at the Allen House, Shrewsbury: The Monmouth County Historical Association is hosting an Open House at the Allen House, a mid- to late-18th century tavern site in Shrewsbury. There will be activities, a Ground Penetrating Radar demonstration, house tours, and refreshments. This is a free event. 11am to 4pm at the Allen House, corner of Rt. 35 and Sycamore Ave, Shrewsbury. Call (732) 462-1466 for more information.

Sunday May 4, 2003
Archaeology Open House at Richard Grubb & Associates, Cranbury: Richard Grubb & Associates invites the public to an open house at their offices from 2pm - 4pm. Featured will be recent prehistoric and historic archaeological projects from throughout NJ. Refreshments will be served; this event is free of charge. Offices are located at 30 N. Main St., Cranbury, NJ. Call 609-655-0692 for more information.

Saturday May 17, 2003
Archaeology Society of New Jersey Meeting, Newton: This meeting, held at Sussex Community College in Newton, will focus on the archaeology of Sussex County and the 12,000 years of Indian history in the county. Please contact Glenn Wershing at jacke@garden.net or Ilene Grossman-Bailey at ilenegb@juno.com. The meeting is free, and open to the public. Details of the meeting, including speakers and directions, will be made available here.

Saturday May 24, 2003
"The Trenton Beneath Your Feet: A Walking Tour of the City's Archaeology", Trenton: Come learn about the rich archaeological heritage of our State capital! Meet at the Auditorium of the NJ State Museum, West State Street, Trenton at 2pm; we will return at 4pm. This is a free event, sponsored by the New Jersey State Museum and presented by Ian Burrow, Senior Archaeologist of Hunter Research. Contact 609-292-8594 for more information.

May 31st, 2003
Monmouth University's Department of History and Anthropology and the Friends of the Abraham Staats House, Inc. will be excavating at the Staats House on May 31st from 9:00 to 4:00. The excavations are part of the ongoing restoration of the house. The site is located at 17 Von Steuben Lane in South Bound Brook, New Jersey. Individuals desiring more information should contact:
Richard Veit, Ph.D Department of History and Anthropology Monmouth University West Long Branch, NJ 07764-1898
732-263-5699, rveit@monmouth.edu

Ongoing
"Caught in The Crossfire: Churches, Taverns and Revolution in New Jersey" Exhibit at the New Jersey State Museum, Trenton through January 20, 2004: This exhibit in the Auditorium Gallery examines these seemingly different institutions and suggests insights into the sacred and secular spirit of the time when our nation was founded. Material from several NJ archaeological sites is included. For more info, call 609-292-6464 or www.newjerseystatemuseum.org