Archaeology
Many municipalities include code provisions for the appropriate treatment of archaeologically sensitive areas, sometimes known as Archaeological Conservation Areas. When undertaking any work that involves excavation in these areas, an archaeological survey involving the excavation of test pits may be required prior to starting any work. Further, monitoring by an archaeologist may be required during the excavation phase of your project. Histórica can assist with a review of the required provisions and provide a suitably qualified archaeologist to undertake the survey and prepare a report.
Please see below for a list of our past projects.
Another branch of archaeology, known as building archaeology, involves the analysis of structures, materials, building techniques, and historic records to trace a structure’s past and determine how it has been altered over time. Histórica can assist with this service.
For a list of our past building archaeology projects, please click on the following link: Survey and Recording.
Barton Memorial Park Cemetery
Prior to preparing a historic designation application, a full survey of this African American and Bahamian unofficial cemetery was undertaken. Records indicated there were many more burials than grave markers. A team from Florida Atlantic University performed a Ground Penetrating Radar survey which identified anomalies consistent with burials.
Myers Hill Windfarm
Records indicated the possible existence of a Roman road at this site in Scotland which was to be developed as a wind farm. Foundation excavations up to a depth of fifteen feet into the peat soil were monitored in case remnants of the road were uncovered.
Girl Scout Park
Records indicate this site, which was used by the Girl Scouts, has never been developed. Its location at one of the highest points in the city suggests it could potentially have been the site of early settlement. An archaeological investigation consisting of a series of test pits was undertaken with a team of students from Florida Atlantic University.
Lynn of Lorne Nursing Home
Located in Scotland, this site was to be developed with an extension to an existing nursing home. The recent discovery of a Bronze Age burial urn on an adjacent site required an archaeological survey of this site to determine if other urns existed.
Galaxy Scrub
This site, which has never been developed and is located on high ground, contains open areas and areas of dense scrub. Prior to the removal of invasive species and the creation of a walking trail, an archaeological survey was undertaken by students from Florida Atlantic University to determine if there were any indications of early settlement.
Glasgow Road, Kilmacolm
Located near a 19th-century church site which was also the site of 13th- and 16th-century churches, this site was to be developed. An archaeological investigation consisting of excavated trenches was required to ensure no historic burials existed.