Tabletop archaeology parts 4-5, 1988

Item — cassette: 4-5

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Scope and Contents

In these educational films by Jesse D. Jennings demonstrates "tabletop archaeology," the creation and excavation of miniature archaeological sites that simulate real digs. Jennings gives an overview of tabletop archeology and demonstrates how the tiny sites are made and used.

One of Jennings' most popular courses, this particular course was a one week intensive demonstration of field archology conducted at the University of Nevada, Reno in January 1989 at the request of Don Fowler, a professor in the Department of Anthropology. Jennings' narration of the exercise was filmed by his son, David, who edited the final version.

Dates

1988

Language of Materials

From the Collection: Collection material in English.

Conditions Governing Access

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