Luminescence Dating at Menard Hodges Site
Project ID: P17AC00524
Federal Agency: National Park Service
Partner Institution: University of Washington
Fiscal Year: 2017
Initial Funding: $18,557
Total Funding: $18,557
Project Type: Research
Project Disciplines: Biological
National Park: Arkansas Post national Monument
Principal Investigator: Feathers, James
Agreement Technical Representative: Bringelson, Dawn
Abstract: The objective of this Agreement is to conduct luminescence analyses to date cultural events at Osotouy Unit of Arkansas Post National Monument (ARPO). This includes selection of existing samples, collection of new samples as appropriate; processing and analysis of pottery, daub, sediments. The information products and/or services identified or developed by this project will be shared through a variety of strategies to increase public awareness knowledge and support for historic preservation and stewardship of the nation’s cultural and historical heritage. The scientific community including researchers external to NPS gains by new knowledge provided through research and related results dissemination of natural, cultural and/or historical resource information. The project assists in the creation, promotion, facilitation, and/or improvements of the public’s understanding of natural, cultural, historic, recreational and other aspects of areas such as
ecological conservation areas, and state and local parks. The NPS staff will work together with the Recipient to jointly organize and deliver seminars, workshops and types of training programs for the purpose of promoting historic preservation to non-Government entities, States, Tribes and local government and the general public.