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The Office of the State Archaeologist serves as the center of disciplinary expertise in state government.
As dictated in Official Code of Georgia Annotated Sections 12-3-52, 12-3-80, and others the Office of the State Archaeologist has several duties including issuing permits for archaeological research on State owned lands and helping to coordinate the final resting place for burials that have been inadvertently disturbed.
We work closely with agencies and organizations both inside and outside state government. Some of our most important public partners are the
Society for Georgia Archaeology
, the Georgia Council of Professional Archaeologists, the
Georgia Council on American Indian Concerns
, and the
Georgia Archaeological Site File
. The Office of the State Archaeologist provides assistance to the public, offering technical advice, information, and educational opportunities related to archaeology.
General Archaeology Information
Frequently Asked Questions
What we do:
DNR Service
Artifact Collection
Underwater Archaeology
Planning, Research, and Consultant's Directory
External Resources
Classroom speakers
If you are interested in having an archaeologist come speak to school students, contact a professional archaeologist in your part of the state or check with a nearby university for an available archaeologist or anthropologist. Due to staff and time constraints, our office is unable to respond to all the requests we receive for classroom presentations. A directory of professional archaeology firms you may contact is available in our Consultants Directory. Also, contact the
Society for Georgia Archaeology
, the state-wide volunteer archaeology organization.
American Indians in Georgia
Georgia is home to thousands of American Indians today, even though there are no large tracts of land reserved for Indian groups in Georgia, such as in some western states. The State of Georgia formally recognizes three tribes under Official Code of Georgia Section 44-12-300. The
Georgia Council on American Indian Concerns
was formed under Code Section 44-12-280 and is active in current Indian affairs in Georgia. There are two state-owned historic sites associated with the Cherokee Indians:
New Echota
and
Chief Vann House
. Other state parks with prehistoric resources:
Etowah Indian Mounds
,
Kolomoki Mounds Historic Park
, and
Fort Mountain
.
Report an Archaeological Site
The
Georgia Archaeological Site File (GASF)
is the official repository for information about known archaeological sites in Georgia from all periods of prehistory and history. Located on the campus of the University of Georgia in Athens, the GASF maintains a website containing the form to fill out to report a site and other information:
archaeology.uga.edu/site-forms
or contact the office at: The Georgia Archaeological Site File, UGA Laboratory of Archaeology, 110 Riverbend Road, Athens, GA 30602-4702, phone: (706) 542-8737,
gasf@uga.edu
Web Resources and National Archaeology Organizations
·
The Archaeology Channel
·
The New Georgia Encyclopedia
·
The Society for Georgia Archaeology
·
The Archaeological Institute of America
·
The Society for American Archaeology
·
American Cultural Resources Association
Who to contact:
Dr. Rachel Black, State Archaeologist
rachel.black@dnr.ga.gov
, Phone: 770-389-7862
Alex Metz, Deputy State Archaeologist
Alex.Metz1@dnr.ga.gov
, Phone: 770-389-7857
Noah Bryant, DNR Archaeologist
Noah.Bryant@dnr.ga.gov
, Phone: 770-389-7856
Locations
Reservations
Park Accessibility
Events
Activities
Field Trips
Gatherings
Things To Know
Volunteer
Archaeology
Golfing
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State Parks & Historic Sites Park Guide
The Georgia State Parks & Historic Sites Park Guide is a handy resource for planning a spring break, summer vacation or family reunion. The free booklet is filled with tips on the best hiking trails, fishing spots, cabins, wedding venues and campsites.
Request a free copy by mail
or pick one up in any park office.
View Park Guide Online
Request a Free Copy
featured destination
New Cottages at "Chatt Bend"
Chattahoochee Bend State Park just opened three additional cottages, making it easier than ever to spend a few days exploring the park’s trails and river. All have screened porches, fire pits and grills.
Georgia's Great Places
Discover more great Georgia destinations to visit this fall and winter.
Campers Return to Seminole State Park
Campsites have officially reopened at Seminole State Park, featuring a brand-new comfort station and all new electric and plumbing for RVs.
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Skip to main content
An official website of the State of Georgia.
State Organizations A-Z
Department of Natural Resources
Wildlife Resources
Law Enforcement
Environmental Protection
Coastal Resources
Search :
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
Temporary Fire Bans
View Information
State Park Golf Cup
Sign Up Now
Plan Your Weekend
View weekend availability
America's 250th
Commemorative ParkPass
Brand New
Specialty License Plate
Park Clubs
Choose your adventure
Spring Break
Find Your Next Adventure
Previous
Next
1
Previous
Next
Home
Archaeology
Archaeology
Home
/ Archaeology
The Office of the State Archaeologist serves as the center of disciplinary expertise in state government.
As dictated in Official Code of Georgia Annotated Sections 12-3-52, 12-3-80, and others the Office of the State Archaeologist has several duties including issuing permits for archaeological research on State owned lands and helping to coordinate the final resting place for burials that have been inadvertently disturbed.
We work closely with agencies and organizations both inside and outside state government. Some of our most important public partners are the
Society for Georgia Archaeology
, the Georgia Council of Professional Archaeologists, the
Georgia Council on American Indian Concerns
, and the
Georgia Archaeological Site File
. The Office of the State Archaeologist provides assistance to the public, offering technical advice, information, and educational opportunities related to archaeology.
General Archaeology Information
Frequently Asked Questions
What we do:
DNR Service
Artifact Collection
Underwater Archaeology
Planning, Research, and Consultant's Directory
External Resources
Classroom speakers
If you are interested in having an archaeologist come speak to school students, contact a professional archaeologist in your part of the state or check with a nearby university for an available archaeologist or anthropologist. Due to staff and time constraints, our office is unable to respond to all the requests we receive for classroom presentations. A directory of professional archaeology firms you may contact is available in our Consultants Directory. Also, contact the
Society for Georgia Archaeology
, the state-wide volunteer archaeology organization.
American Indians in Georgia
Georgia is home to thousands of American Indians today, even though there are no large tracts of land reserved for Indian groups in Georgia, such as in some western states. The State of Georgia formally recognizes three tribes under Official Code of Georgia Section 44-12-300. The
Georgia Council on American Indian Concerns
was formed under Code Section 44-12-280 and is active in current Indian affairs in Georgia. There are two state-owned historic sites associated with the Cherokee Indians:
New Echota
and
Chief Vann House
. Other state parks with prehistoric resources:
Etowah Indian Mounds
,
Kolomoki Mounds Historic Park
, and
Fort Mountain
.
Report an Archaeological Site
The
Georgia Archaeological Site File (GASF)
is the official repository for information about known archaeological sites in Georgia from all periods of prehistory and history. Located on the campus of the University of Georgia in Athens, the GASF maintains a website containing the form to fill out to report a site and other information:
archaeology.uga.edu/site-forms
or contact the office at: The Georgia Archaeological Site File, UGA Laboratory of Archaeology, 110 Riverbend Road, Athens, GA 30602-4702, phone: (706) 542-8737,
gasf@uga.edu
Web Resources and National Archaeology Organizations
·
The Archaeology Channel
·
The New Georgia Encyclopedia
·
The Society for Georgia Archaeology
·
The Archaeological Institute of America
·
The Society for American Archaeology
·
American Cultural Resources Association
Who to contact:
Dr. Rachel Black, State Archaeologist
rachel.black@dnr.ga.gov
, Phone: 770-389-7862
Alex Metz, Deputy State Archaeologist
Alex.Metz1@dnr.ga.gov
, Phone: 770-389-7857
Noah Bryant, DNR Archaeologist
Noah.Bryant@dnr.ga.gov
, Phone: 770-389-7856
Locations
Reservations
Park Accessibility
Events
Activities
Field Trips
Gatherings
Things To Know
Volunteer
Archaeology
Golfing
Gift Cards
State Parks & Historic Sites Park Guide
The Georgia State Parks & Historic Sites Park Guide is a handy resource for planning a spring break, summer vacation or family reunion. The free booklet is filled with tips on the best hiking trails, fishing spots, cabins, wedding venues and campsites.
Request a free copy by mail
or pick one up in any park office.
View Park Guide Online
Request a Free Copy
featured destination
New Cottages at "Chatt Bend"
Chattahoochee Bend State Park just opened three additional cottages, making it easier than ever to spend a few days exploring the park’s trails and river. All have screened porches, fire pits and grills.
Georgia's Great Places
Discover more great Georgia destinations to visit this fall and winter.
Campers Return to Seminole State Park
Campsites have officially reopened at Seminole State Park, featuring a brand-new comfort station and all new electric and plumbing for RVs.
1
2
3