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Contact: Linda Friar, 305-242-7714 Contact: Melissa Memory, 305-242-7755
National Park Service Dry Tortugas Florida: In celebration of Florida Archaeology Month, Dry Tortugas National Park will feature a public archaeology excavation in the parade ground at historic Fort Jefferson March 13-16, 2009. The project, sponsored by Dry Tortugas National Park, the National Park Service’s Southeast Archeological Center, the Florida Public Archaeology Network, and the South Florida National Parks Trust, will focus on what is to believed to be a circa 1850’s storehouse from the early construction era of the Fort. If you've been considering a trip to this very special place with one of a kind cultural and natural resources this is a great reason to make plans for that trip. This special program is a great opportunity for visitors to experience discoveries as they happen and learn about Fort Jefferson’s fascinating buried past. Visitors can observe archaeologists in action, ask questions, and participate in archaeology activities just for kids! Dry Tortugas National Park is accessible by ferries that depart from Key West daily, weather permitting. Camping is also available. For information on visiting Dry Tortugas National Park, go to www.nps.gov/drto, or call 305-242-7700. Due to file size, photos available on request - contact Linda Friar at 786-385-0067 or Linda_Friar@nps.gov. -DRTO- |
Last updated: April 14, 2015