What Happened in Prehistory?

Archaeologist Peter N. Peregrine provides a brief, readable, and thorough introduction to world prehistory. Peregrine takes the reader through five major revolutions in human life, from the origins of our genus through the emergence of modern cognitive abilities to the development of agriculture, cities, and states, and, finally, into the modern world. Peregrine focuses on broad patterns and processes making this a perfect resource for readers who want a quick, readable overview of the human past. Peregrine is an award-winning scholar who has conducted archaeological research on five continents during his twenty-five year career. He is currently Professor of Anthropology at Lawrence University, Research Associate for the Human Relations Area Files at Yale University, and a member of the external faculty at the Santa Fe Institute.https://lux.lawrence.edu/faculty_monographs/1001/thumbnail.jp

Geophysical Survey of the Christ Evangelical and Reformed Cemetery, Germantown, WI BWT-0056

On October 18, 2022 Lawrence University conducted a geophysical survey on the southwestern side of the Christ Evangelical and Reformed Church cemetery (BTW-0056) in Germantown, Wisconsin. High-resolution magnetic data were conducted over a 20 meter by 40 meter grid to determine if unmarked interments were present in the cemetery. The survey identified a number of magnetic anomalies that appear to be consistent with the presence of unmarked interments. It is recommended that any ground disturbance in the cemetery proceed under the expectation that interments might be disturbed

Geophysical Survey and Phase I & II Testing at Wisconsin Site OU - 0115: The Grignon Mansion, Kaukauna

Between September and November 2018 Lawrence University conducted a geophysical survey, Phase I shovel testing, and a single Phase II 1.5 meter by 1.5 meter test excavation to determine if significant archaeological deposits are present on the north side of the historic Grignon Mansion. The survey and test excavations were undertaken on behalf of the City of Kaukauna in anticipation of constructing a replica of the summer kitchen that had once been located on the north side of the Mansion. The survey and excavations found what are thought to be remnants of the original summer kitchen, including a possible original subfloor and the foundation for a support post. Early glass found during the excavations suggest that the Grignon Mansion may have been built in the location of an earlier structure. The survey also identified what appears to be a large group of prehistoric longhouses to the northwest of the Mansion, here named North Kakalin Village. This area may contain archaeological deposits significant enough to be eligible for the National Register. Finally, it is recommended that a full Phase III excavation be undertaken in the area of the planned replica summer kitchen before construction proceeds

Geophysical Survey of Morrill Cemetery, Town of Stockton, Portage County, WI BPT-0021

On November 1, 2022 Lawrence University conducted a geophysical survey on the eastern side of Morrill Cemetery (BPT-0021) in the Town of Stockton, Portage County, Wisconsin. High-resolution magnetic data were collected over a 30 meter by 60 meter grid to determine if unmarked interments were present in the cemetery. The survey identified a number of magnetic anomalies that appear to be consistent with the presence of unmarked interments. It is recommended that any ground disturbance in the cemetery proceed under the expectation that interments might be disturbed