Dominquez Archaeological Research Group

Excavation, survey, and preservation to define the prehistoric occupations of western Colorado. At present the Research Group has participated in the excavations of over thirty Archaeological sites. These excavations provide background information for public education through Research documents, public speaking (professional and public), and the darg website. As well, through consultation with the historic tribes of the region, native americans are invited participants in the Research and education processes. Funding sources are the Colorado state historical fund, corporations, and private individuals.

Documentation of ute tribal occupation of the region during the historic period (ca. Ad 1650-1920). A database of the ute encampments identified by their living structures (called wickiups) is being created and shared with the Colorado historical society, the national park service, and the bureau of land management. The ute camps documentation provides background information for public education through Research documents, public speaking (professional and public), and the darg website. Through consultation with the historic tribes of the region, native americans are invited participants in the Research and education processes. Research funding for this project has been provided by the Colorado state historical fund, the national park service, the bureau of land management, and private donors.

Documentation of historic trails (native american and euroamerican) of the region. A database of the trail systems is being created and shared with the Colorado historical society and the bureau of land management. The trail documentation provides background information for public education through Research documents, public speaking (professional and public), and the darg website. Through consultation with the historic tribes of the region, native americans are invited participants in the Research and education processes. Research funding for this project has been provided by the bureau of land management and private donors.

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