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With the assistance of the Institute for Museum and Library Services, Historic St. Mary’s City has been involved in a multi-year journey to preserve the material fruits of nearly forty years of extensive archaeological investigations at the site of Maryland’s first capital. The conservation of excavated material is the responsibility of all archaeologists. These pages discuss how HSMC has approached the challenge and where we are headed in the future. The stewardship of these irreplaceable remains can serve as a model for other institutions. Included is a discussion of the Lead Coffins project and how conservation planning was an essential element from the beginning. |
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