Supporting the Connecticut Office of State Archaeology
Through education, public outreach, partnerships with local communities, financial support and public assistance.
Get Involved
Supporting the Connecticut Office of State Archaeology
Through education, public outreach, partnerships with local communities, financial support and public assistance.
Get Involved
"The active participation of volunteer organizations, particularly FOSA, are critical to the ability of the Office of State Archaeology to accomplish its mission of preserving the rich archaeological heritage of the State of Connecticut. Their efforts are greatly appreciated."
Dr. Sarah Sportman, CT State Archaeology, OSA
FOSA Initiatives
Fieldwork
FOSA volunteers assist with all stages of archaeological fieldwork, including excavation, under the guidance of the state archaeologist.
FOSA FieldworkASC and FOSA
Since September 2009, FOSA and the Archaeological Society of Connecticut (ASC) collaborate to increase awareness of Connecticut's archaeological past.
ASC / FOSAOutreach
Enhancing awareness of the importance of archaeology by exchanging ideas and experiences at public events.
OutreachiCRV Shows
FOSA and OSA host monthly shows highlighting many aspects of Connecticut archaeology.
Continuing Education
Occasional classes to enhance understanding of contemporary archaeological techniques, methods, and theory.
FOSA Continuing EducationAnnual Meetings
Annual gatherings of the FOSA community with a lecture by invited speakers and a business meeting.
Annual Meetings
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Unless otherwise noted, all photos on this website are by John Spaulding, FOSA Photographer (d. 2010).
