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Apr 19

City Archaeology Program Brings Boston's History to You

Since the fall of 2019, City of Boston’s Archaeology Program has been hard at work digitizing...

Mar 24

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City of Boston Archaeology Program Goes Digital

In the fall of 2019, the City of Boston Archaeology Program began the process of fully digitizing...

Aug 16

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City Archaeologist announces federal grant to showcase 17th century artifacts

Boston archaeologists will create a new exhibit and digital files of approximately 100,000 artifacts...

Feb 24

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Black history is Boston history

The Boston Archaeology Program seeks Boston's diverse and inclusive past.

Jan 22

Parks Department Commissioner Woods and Archaeology Program Team look into Ronan Park well

Update on the Ronan Park Well

City Archaeologist Joe Bagley is providing updated historical research on the historic well site.

May 8

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Studying artifacts from the Pierce-Hichborn House

Eleven archaeology students from Boston University collaborated with Boston City Archaeologist Joe...

Jun 20

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Mayor Walsh announces archaeological survey at Old North Church

The dig will be led by the City of Boston's Archaeology Program, and City Archaeologist Joseph...

Apr 12

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City Archaeologist releases new book on Boston Archaeology and History

All proceeds from "A History of Boston in 50 Artifacts" will go to City Archaeology Program.

Mar 29

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Mayor Walsh announces community dig at Malcolm X House

The two-week survey is taking place ahead of future renovations to the property.

Oct 19

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Archaeological program announces survey on Boston Common

City Archaeologist Joe Bagley, who requested the archaeological survey, will be present throughout...

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