The Historical Archaeology of Massachusetts

Exploring archaeological sites and materials that uncover the history of the Bay State over four centuries

Massachusetts’s rich tapestry of people, places, and events has long been researched by historical archaeologists. Through archaeological sites and materials that document pivotal moments as well as lesser-known parts of the state’s history, this book chronicles the diverse story of the commonwealth from the seventeenth century to today.

Beginning with early Indigenous-European interacti...