Archaeology in Hawkwood
by Alexandra Campbell
Have you heard of the Hawkwood Site? When
Hawkwood community was being developed, areas were excavated for archaeological
purposes. In the 1980s, two prehistoric settlements were uncovered, determined
by the presence of prehistoric tools, hearths, and structures, and offered
insight into the use of the area over the last 8,000 years! The tools, presumed
to be from the Ktunaxa people (then referred to as the Tunaxa) were dated to 8,250
BCE, 6,800 BCE, 6,500 BCE, and 4,000 BCE. From the evidence, the archaeologists
surmised the site was often occupied in late-winter and early-spring, with
evidence of meat-processing of individual animals, suggesting a short
occupation. To learn more, head to open.alberta.ca/publications and search for
Hawkwood Site!
Citation:
Van Dyke, Stan, and Sally Stewart. 1985. Hawkwood
Site (EgPm-179): A Multi-Component Prehistoric Campsite on Nose Hill.
Manuscript Series No. 7. Edmonton: Archaeological Survey of Alberta, Alberta
Culture.
Click here to the Hawkwood Community News home page for the latest Hawkwood community updates.
