Archeology and Preservation
Discover past treasures and preserve your own
Available at Champoeg, or at your site
For hundreds of years, Champoeg has been a multi-cultural meeting place. The native Kalapuya Indians, French-Canadian trappers, and American settlers made their homes here long before it was a state park. What they left behind tells us about the lives they led in this special place along the Willamette River.
Discover what the past peoples of Champoeg left behind, learn about the process archeologists use to find, dig, and understand these things, and find out how you can leave a lasting legacy by preserving your own tangible treasures.
Join us for a lively program of activities and discussion as we:
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Explore the cultures of the Kalapuya, French-Canadian trappers and American settlers. What did they leave behind and what does this tell us about their lives?
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Examine authentic artifacts from the archeological digs at Champoeg.
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See a visual presentation of the recent Champoeg digs to gain greater understanding of the careful process of unearthing artifacts and features from the ground.
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Learn how to leave a lasting legacy for future generations. We’ll show you how to care for and preserve your family treasures, including books, documents, photos, furniture, textiles, and more.
Activity Level
Participants will be sitting throughout this program and interacting with others at their table during the activities.
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