THE AMAZING TALE OF THE MIAMI CIRCLE
The long, hard struggle to preserve a famous archaeological site.
BY MICHAEL BAWAYA
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AN ARCHAEOLOGICAL TOUR IN ARIZONA
Our summer travel special explores the spectacular sites between Phoenix and Flagstaff.
BY DAVID GRANT NOBLE
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EXAMINING THE FORT ANCIENT
Archaeologists are learning about this prehistoric culture by excavating and reconstructing its settlements.
BY ROB DAUMEYER
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EXCAVATING THE GOLD RUSH SHIPS
The vast fleet of ships that came to San Francisco 150 years ago became part of the city’s infrastructure. Several of them have been found in the strangest places.
BY LEORA BROYDO VESTEL
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POINT FUND-RAISING COMPLETED
Due to the generosity of members and donors, funds have been raised to match the $1-million challenge grant that launched the program.
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