Indiana Jones: Myth, Reality And 21st Century Archaeology

The Salmon Ruins, located near the four corners region in New Mexico, is notable both for the breadth of archaeological materials present and for the collaborative efforts that have been the hallmark of the site since it was first excavated in the 1970s. Associated with 11th century Chaco Canyon and Puebloan culture, Salmon Ruins is also one of only two Chacoan colonies know to exist in the American Southwest. Thus far, over 1.5 million artifacts have been recovered. Unusual for historic preservation efforts in America, the funding, planning and historic preservation efforts of this project result from creative and significant interactions between government agencies and the private sector. Tune in as Dr. Schuldenrein talks with BLM archaeologist Geoffrey Haymes and San Juan County Archaeological Research Center and Library at Salmon Ruins Executive Director Larry Baker about collaboration and community at this amazing site.