Category: Archaeology

internships focusing on archaeology laboratory work, such as artifact processing, curation of collections, and research

Amber Hatchett, Prehistory Research Project

I have had the privilege of interning at The Gault Lab, now known as the Prehistory Research Project in San Marcos, Texas. It has been an honor to help in the sorting and cataloging of artifacts that this site has produced. Here in the lab I have learned many new things and encountered interesting artifacts.… Continue Reading Amber Hatchett, Prehistory Research Project

Alex Artuz, San Antonio Missions National Historical Park

Over the past 9 months I have held an internship position as an archaeological aid at the San Antonio Missions National Historical Park. I participated in many aspects of the archaeological process, from field work to lab work, in addition to dealing with long term-curation issues. This paper will provide a brief history of the… Continue Reading Alex Artuz, San Antonio Missions National Historical Park

Aaron Loy, Texas Historical Commission

The Texas Historical Commission (THC) located in Austin, Texas, is the state agency responsible for the historic preservation of the sites that tell us the story of Texas around the state. Working with citizens and multiple organizations, the agency has been nationally recognized for their programs that have preserved architectural, archaeological, and cultural landmarks. During… Continue Reading Aaron Loy, Texas Historical Commission

Lee Reissig, The Center for Archaeological Studies

Spring Lake, located on the Texas State University campus in San Marcos, Texas, boasts a rich environment and history that includes the 2nd largest natural spring system in the state (and the former home of Ralph the Swimming Pig at the Aquarena Springs Resort and Hotel.) Excavations at Spring Lake indicate that Paleo-Indians were regularly… Continue Reading Lee Reissig, The Center for Archaeological Studies