Rock River Archaeology Society
Dedicated to the study, education and preservation of Wisconsin's archaeological history in southern Wisconsin and beyond
Rock River was a beautiful country. I loved my towns, my cornfields, and the home of my people. I fought for it. It is now yours. Keep it as we did. - Chief Black Hawk
The Rock River Archaeological Society was organized in August 1998 for the purpose of studying the rich native American cultural and archaeological history of the upper Rock River area, including Horicon Marsh and extending throughout southern Wisconsin. Through regularly scheduled meetings, field trips and special events, members will develop a better understanding and deeper appreciation of the archaeological history and current research on native American cultures in southern Wisconsin.
This society aims to provide activities for artifact collectors, amateur and professional archaeologists and persons interested in Wisconsin's Native American history. We encourage families and youth to join in appreciating and studying these many areas of interest.
Although the Society is primarily focused on education and sharing information on matters in Wisconsin archaeology, members will be offered the opportunity to become involved in field research and preservation of our cultural resources in Wisconsin and beyond.
Society Activities
All activities are open to the general public.
- Monthly Programs:
The a Archaeological Society meets from September to May on the 3rd Wednesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. Meetings are held at the DNR Service Center, located on Hwy. 28, between the cities of Horicon and Mayville.
- Field Trips:
Field trips are offered at various times throughout the year to a variety of sites.
- Newsletter:
Members receive a monthly newsletter detailing Archaeological Society activities and information about Wisconsin archaeology.
- Archaeology Fair:
The society assists with organizing and conducting an annual Archaeology Fair at Horicon Marsh. The weekend event is held during the fall of each year.
Rock River Region Archaeology
Eastern Wisconsin is extremely rich in its evidence of prehistoric cultures. Horicon Marsh and similar sites appear to have been occupied by a variety of peoples since the end of the last Ice Age.
Several hundred effigy mounds still remain in the area as well as other archaeological material. The first archeo-astronomy site in the eastern U.S. was discovered nearby and current research continues to expand our understanding of the lives of these people.
Together, this diversity of artifacts and sites provides an abundant resource for discovery, learning and ongoing studies to which this society is dedicated.
Nitschke Mounds Park [Exit DNR]
Contact Information
Bill Volkert
Horicon Marsh State Wildlife Area
N7728 Hwy 28
Horicon, WI 53032
(920) 387-7860
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