Arkansas Archeological Society Field Survey at Lakeport Plantation

Join the Arkansas Archeological Survey – UAM Research Station and Arkansas State University Heritage Studies for a field survey at Lakeport Plantation in Lake Village, AR March 18th and 19th for Archeology Month. The goal of the field survey is to find material evidence of the enslaved persons’ quarters. On Friday, March 18th from 1pm – 3pm, participants will have the opportunity to tour the Lakeport Plantation House before surveying the fields. On Saturday, March 19th from 9am – 3pm, participants will spend the day surveying the fields. Lunch will be provided for volunteers on Saturday, March 19th, but reservations for lunch are required. Please RSVP to Ruth O’Loughlin at roloughlin@astate.edu by Thursday, March 17th if you plan to join us for lunch and let us know about any dietary restrictions. Please register at the Lakeport Plantation Visitor’s Center upon arrival.

All volunteers will be trained on how to conduct a field survey. If possible, please bring a round shovel. If you own a metal detector, please bring it with you.

Please be prepared for various weather conditions. Gloves, boots, hats, water, bug spray, and sunscreen are recommended.

For additional information, please call 870-265-6031 or email Ruth O’Loughlin at roloughlin@astate.edu.