Welcome to Archaeology in Central Texas!

Did you know 11,200 year old skeletal remains of a man and a small child with burial goods were discovered off the bank of the Brazos river? Can you tell the difference between a genuine artifact and a reproduction? What the heck is a Waco sinker and what purpose did it provide for the ancient locals?
All of us are in awe and are curious about these and other fascinating aspects of our past and there many exciting discoveries right here in Central Texas. Come and learn the facts about Archaeology. Understand the importance of interesting treasures and why scientific study and documenting are critical links to understanding how past inhabitants lived.

The Central Texas Archaeological Society is one of the oldest Archaeological Societies in Texas and is dedicated to the study and preservation of the historic and prehistoric aspects of Texas' past.

The Society has approximately 50 members and growing each year. We're devoted to research, public education, and the preservation of our State's history.

You don't have to be a professional archeologist to become a member of CTAS.  Our members are comprised of beginners, avocational, and professionals. Families can also be involved together with a fascinating hobby. We all have a common interest in learning about our past. New members can feel at ease to learn as much and as fast as they like.

In the Society, beginners can learn the field techniques and methods of archaeology from professionals and experienced avocationals. You'll discover about the historic and prehistoric inhabitants of Central Texas. Evidence of stone tools, artifacts, and campsites are commonly located, examined, cataloged, and safely stored.

As a member, you'll receive the newsletter of the Central Texas Archaeological Society, invitations to local dig sites special activities, and notice of monthly meetings including dynamic speakers on topics of archaeology.

CTAS monthly meetings

PLACE:  Baylor University's Mayborn Museum Complex, 2nd floor classroom, 1300 S. University Parks  Waco, TX 76706-1221

DAYS:  2nd Thursday's  September through May

TIME:  6:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.

View the Mayborn Museum Complex web site:  http://www.baylor.edu/mayborn/

Map & Directions

Map of 1300 S University Parks Dr
Waco, TX 76706-1221

Directions from...

Dallas/Fort Worth

Austin

• Take I-35 North
• Take Exit 335B
• Turn Right onto University Parks Drive
• Turn Left at the white domed building
• drop off at front, parking available at the side

Houston

• Take US-290 West
• Merge Right onto TX-6 North
• Merge onto TX-434 SPUR North
• Merge Left onto US-77 Business South ramp
• Turn Right onto University Parks Drive
• Turn Left at the white domed building
• drop off at front, parking available at the side

           Google Maps

http://maps.google.com/maps?hl=en&q=baylor+mayborn+museum&ie=UTF8&ll=31.554987,-97.115235&spn=0.01748,0.038452&z=15&iwloc=A

 
We invite you to be a part of our Society today to learn about the past.

   Donald Tuner and Katherine Turner-Pearson         

Petroglyphs reprinted on stone

 

                

               

Updated October 2011