The area now known as New York City has been a bustling urban center for centuries, and our streets are full of amazing artifacts as a result of this long history.
Archaeology + The Landmarks Preservation Commission
Thursday, February 16, 2017
9:00 am- 11:30 pm
2.5 AIA Approved LU/HSW Credits/ 2.5 NY State Licensing Credits
The area now know as New York City has been a bustling city center for centuries. As a result of this very long history our streets are full of amazing artifacts. When required archaeology consultants are called in to assess and mitigate any archaeological finds. The Landmarks Preservation Commission (LPC) oversees all archaeology in New York City whether the site is located within a historic district or not.
Kelly Britt of Professional Archaeologists of New York City will outline the history of archaeology in New York City and explain the process of working with the LPC. Alyssa Loorya of Chrysalis Archaeology Consultants will explain the phases of regulatory required work including assessment, survey, excavation and forensic services.
Speakers are:
Alyssa Loorya- Chrysalis Archaeology Consultants, Inc.
Kelly Britt- Professional Archaeologists of New York City
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Public-$125
Friends of HDC-$100
Includes continental breakfast
Neighborhood Preservation Center
232 East 11 Street New York, NY 10003
2.5 AIA Approved LU/HSW Credits/ 2.5 NY State Licensing Credits
For more information or to RSVP please contact Michelle Arbulu at 212-614-9107 or marbulu at hdc.org