The Avon Free Public Library is hosting a traveling exhibit which focuses on Human Origins.
It will run December 1 - January 15, and will be free to attend.
It is sponsored by the ALA in association with the Smithsonian Association.
There will also be a gallery exhibit on archaeology (title pending) and programs.
Please click Exploring Human Origins" for details on the programs and events.

For questions, please call Tina Panik at 860-673-9712 ext, 7235.


Supporting the Connecticut Office of State Archaeology

Through education, public outreach, partnerships with local communities, financial support and public assistance.

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"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 Fieldwork

ASC and FOSA

Since September 2009, FOSA and the Archaeological Society of Connecticut (ASC) collaborate to increase awareness of Connecticut's archaeological past.

ASC / FOSA

Outreach

Enhancing awareness of the importance of archaeology by exchanging ideas and experiences at public events.

Outreach

iCRV Shows

iCRV information

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 Education

Annual Meetings

Sign with various pictures related to the annual meeting.

Annual gatherings of the FOSA community with a lecture by invited speakers and a business meeting.

Annual Meetings

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We AcknowledgeThe Print Hub for the printing of our Newsletters, Programs, Pamphlets, and Posters.

Unless otherwise noted, all photos on this website are by John Spaulding, FOSA Photographer (d. 2010).