Alamo Archaeology Church Preservation - November 28

Archaeologists worked in EUs 22, 27, and 133 before taking time off for the Thanksgiving break.

Archaeologists opened EU22 on the north side of the Church and reached a depth of approximately 70 cm below surface by the end of the week. There was evidence of at least 3 utility conduits within the unit. Few artifacts were recovered from this unit, but there were several brick fragments. Archaeologists also encountered some large limestone cobbles that are possibly associated with the features previously encountered in EU23.

Archaeologists were also active in EU27 on the north side of the Church. Excavations reached 100 cm below surface, which was the terminal depth for the unit. Additional portions of the previously encountered limestone foundation were revealed in this unit. Very few artifacts were recovered from the unit.

Archaeologists reached a terminal depth of 100 cm below surface in  EU-133 on the south side of the Church. This unit identified and documented two postholes, a concrete pad, and an additional portion of the police substation foundation. There were not many artifacts recovered from this unit, but two diagnostic ceramic sherds were found in the lower levels. Archaeologists will complete final documentation of the unit this week.