Multimedia Presentations
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PEANUT BUTTER & JELLY ARCHEOLOGY Join Park Ranger Susan Knisley as she demonstrates one of the more popular lesson plans from Hopewell Culture's curriculum guide, "Expeditions Into Ohio's Past."
SHRIVER CIRCLE GEOPHYSICAL SURVEY Watch archeological consultant Jarrod Burks use a sophisticated electronic geophysical instrument to relocate a prehistoric earthwork last mapped by Squier and Davis more than 150 years ago.
HOPEWELL CULTURE TRIVIA BEE This computer quiz game asks 50 multiple-choice questions about Hopewell Culture's rich history. It is presented in PowerPoint, so most players won't need special equipment, software or instructions to get started. A separate, printable tally sheet is provided so that players can keep track of questions that they have answered correctly. While the game doesn't keep score or track mistakes, that doesn't preclude players from making up their own way of determining winners and losers. It can be played alone or as a group activity, especially if large-screen projection equipment is available. |
Did You Know?
Freshwater mussels were an important resource for Hopewellian people. Mussels were used as food, provided pearls for ornaments and shells were utilized for hoes. Although plentiful during the Middle Woodland period, over-harvesting and low water quality have reduced their numbers drastically today. Many freshwater mussels are on the State and Federal Endangered Species list. More...