This daytime event is a Presentation by Dr. Charles Spencer, Curator and archaeologist at the American Museum of Natural History (AMNH) in New York City, and Dr. Robert Goodby, NH Humanities Expert and Professor of Anthropology at Franklin Pierce University of their ongoing research in archaeology. This program will use the coincidence of place to address the development of archaeology over the last century, by contrasting Clarence Hay’s time and interests with those of current archaeologists. Spencer will cover why early archaeologists, like Clarence Hay of the Fells, found the past of the Maya so worthy of attention. He will also expand on Hay’s contributions to the American Museum of Natural History. Goodby will focus specifically on the archaeology and Abenaki history of the Lake Sunapee area, and how that illustrates some of the larger themes of the session. We hope the bulk of this program is a conversation among the presenters and audience about local Native history, class and race, and social equity.

This event was made possible with support from New Hampshire Humanities, in partnership with the National Endowment for the Humanities. This event is free and open to the public.

Advance registration is required as space is limited. To inquire or to register, call 603-763-4789 x3. or email info@thefells.org. We encourage you to bring your own lunch to enjoy during the discussion.