June 29, 2008

The Lincoln County Historical Association is pleased to offer an archaeological survey session at the Battle of Ramsour's Mill Revolutionary War site in Lincolnton during the week of July 14 - July 18. This session focuses on the method of archaeological field survey. Participants will learn how to establish a grid on the site, shovel testing techniques, recording methodology, soil measurements, artifact recovery, and processing of artifacts. The research objective for this session is to locate possible features with a particular area of the Ramsour's Mill Battlefield.

This is a partial day session from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm for 5 days. The cost is $60.00 per person and includes snacks, equipment, and activities. Make checks payable and mail to LCHA, 403 East Main Street, Lincolnton, NC 28092. Please direct any questions to January W. Porter, Curator of Collections and Archaeology, (704) 748-9090 or jporter33@carolina.rr.com.