Visitors may bring artifacts to the site to have Dr. Wallsmith identify and date them and Mr. Lee will demonstrate how stone tools, such as arrowheads, spear points, knives and scrapers, were created. He will also demonstrate the atlatl spear thrower and give visitors the chance to throw a spear with it.
Members of the Northwest Georgia Archaeology Society will be on hand to support New Echota, sign up new members and assist with answering any questions about the archaeology of Northwest Georgia. A statewide archaeology awareness promotion began in Georgia with a weeklong celebration in 1994. Observance has grown to an entire month of special public events, exhibits, and demonstrations in communities across the state. The SGA serves as the primary sponsor of Georgia Archaeology Month. Co-sponsors include state agencies, private firms, and non-profit and professional organizations. Public outreach is a critical link in fostering better awareness of archaeology and a sense of stewardship for our state’s archaeological sites.
The Society for Georgia Archaeology holds its spring meeting during archaeology month, and publicizes the many activities that occur around the state during May. These range from lectures and presentations, to Artifact Identification Days, as well as displays and informal programs.
New Echota-Cherokee Capital State Historic Site is located on State Highway 225, one mile north of Exit 317, Interstate 75 and is the beginning location for the Cherokee Trail of Tears. For more information, visit www.gastateparks.org, www.friendsofnewechota.org or call 706-624-1321. Georgia’s State Parks and Historic Sites are operated by the Georgia Department of Natural Resources.
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