History of Louisiana Archaeology Month
Every year the state of Louisiana celebrates Archaeology Month in October, which also coincides with the annual International Archaeology Day on the third Saturday of the month. Louisiana Archaeology Month's statewide programs and events encourage residents and visitors to learn more about the archaeology and history of the state and to protect, preserve, and enjoy these important resources of our rich cultural heritage.
The state’s official celebration began in 1988 as Louisiana Archaeology Week and then expanded in 2008 to include the whole month in order to accommodate the number of programs and participating communities across the state. Today, Louisiana is one of 43 states to have an Archaeology Month celebration.
Thank you to the 2022 Archaeology Month participating organizations:
Union Museum of History and Art - Archeology Research Center
Fighting Hand Brewing Company
Terrebonne Parish Library
Crying Eagle Brewing Company
Oak St Brewery
Atchafalaya National Heritage Area
Louisiana State Exhibit Museum
Rally Cap Brewing Company
National Park Service
Hideaway on Lee
Calcasieu Parish Public Library
Forts Randolph and Buhlow State Historic Site
Iberville Parish Library
Audubon State Historic Site
Fort Polk
USDA Forest Service
Acadiana Chapter, Louisiana Archaeological Society
Poverty Point Station Archaeology Program, University of Louisiana at Monroe
Poverty Point World Heritage Site
Let's Get Quizzical
LSUS Pioneer Heritage Center
Tunica-Biloxi Tribe of Louisiana
