MVAC 2018 Award Recipients
This year the Mississippi Valley Archaeology Center (MVAC) presented two related awards. The James P. Gallagher Award in Archaeology Excellence was presented to the Wisconsin Valley Improvement Company (WVIC) for their involvement in and preservation-oriented approach to cultural resources management. A Special Recognition Award was given to Cathy Wendt of WVIC for overseeing the company’s cultural resources work over the past decade.
Archaeology News for October 2018
Stories in the October 2018 issue include the 2018 Middle School Field Experience and Public Field School at Goose Island County Park, 2018 Volunteer Field Survey and 2018 Artifact Show.
MVAC Membership Renewal Packets
The MVAC membership renewal materials are being prepared and you should be receiving your packet shortly. If you would prefer, you can make your donation with our secure online donation option through the UWL Foundation.
Bill Gresens’ Archaeology Book Review for December 2018
The Dark Angel by Elly Griffiths (four trowels)
Ruth Galloway's tenth adventure takes her to Italy to help a former colleague solve the mystery of a mysterious Roman-era burial.
Boszhardt Lecture and Award
Over 100 people attended Tuesday’s lecture by Robert “Ernie” Boszhardt, MVAC’s former Contracts Director. A special addition to the evening was Brad Perkl’s presentation of an award from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers in recognition of Ernie’s career-long contributions to archaeology.
Remembering Toby Morrow
MVAC staff was saddened to hear of the death of a colleague, Toby Morrow. Toby was widely known for his contributions to regional archaeology.
