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The Community Archaeologist A digital magazine celebrating the history and heritage of Oklahoma.

Some helpful information on what could be changing about Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act. Remember...
10/03/2026

Some helpful information on what could be changing about Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act. Remember to do your own research and show up for what matters!

An article feature from SAPIENS, an editorially independent digital magazine about everything human, told through the st...
09/25/2026

An article feature from SAPIENS, an editorially independent digital magazine about everything human, told through the stories of anthropologists.

New archaeological evidence is reshaping what we know about the first humans to move into the Pacific.

At Mololo Cave in eastern Indonesia, researchers uncovered evidence of human occupation dating back more than 50,000 years, including a carefully worked tree-resin artifact—the earliest known example of resin technology outside Africa. The findings offer a glimpse into the sophisticated skills early humans used to adapt to tropical environments and navigate a region where reaching new lands required crossing open water.

Read more in “How and When Did Humans First Move Into the Pacific?” by Dylan Gaffney and Daud Aris Tanudirjo, published in SAPIENS.

Source: SAPIENS, November 26, 2024.

Photographer Calli Ta’Nous turns their lens toward the landscapes of Northern New Mexico and Eastern Oklahoma in explora...
09/24/2026

Photographer Calli Ta’Nous turns their lens toward the landscapes of Northern New Mexico and Eastern Oklahoma in exploration of the relationships between land, memory, and Indigenous identity.

Join The Community Archaeologist as the author reflects on the lasting impact of forced removal and displacement, and how resilience is celebrated in the generations to come.

Read The Land Remembers and other stories in the Fall 2025 issue of The Community Archaeologist, located in our linktree.

From the latest issue of The Community Archaeologist is an enticing feature on a trailblazing woman and her archival res...
09/24/2026

From the latest issue of The Community Archaeologist is an enticing feature on a trailblazing woman and her archival research. To read her full story and others, check out the Spring 2026 issue of TCA, which can be found in our linktree!

The Community Archaeologist wants your feedback! Please take a couple minutes and fill out our reader survey that’s loca...
09/09/2026

The Community Archaeologist wants your feedback! Please take a couple minutes and fill out our reader survey that’s located in our bio. We value your input as a reader, and would love to take your suggestions and concerns into consideration.

The Spring 2026 Issue of The Community Archaeologist is out! You can read all of the articles in this issue by visiting ...
07/31/2026

The Spring 2026 Issue of The Community Archaeologist is out! You can read all of the articles in this issue by visiting the link in our bio!

“Onnahinli Okhlika” (“Dark Morning”) is a traditional Chahta Ile Foka by Chickasaw and Choctaw artist Melissa Freeman. C...
07/10/2026

“Onnahinli Okhlika” (“Dark Morning”) is a traditional Chahta Ile Foka by Chickasaw and Choctaw artist Melissa Freeman. Created in honor of her father, the dress uses fabric, beadwork, and symbolism to express grief, love, remembrance, and hope. Through thoughtful details woven into every element, Freeman transforms personal loss into a moving tribute that reflects the strength of family, culture, and healing. You can read more of this story in the Spring 2026 Issue of The Community Archaeologist.

Are you a writer looking for an opportunity to build your portfolio with a community, culture and heritage centered publ...
07/06/2026

Are you a writer looking for an opportunity to build your portfolio with a community, culture and heritage centered publication? Email your interest and resume to our EIC at [email protected] to learn more about our fall internship.

What does it mean to belong to two places at once? This article follows the story of Mike Lee Hoàng, the son of Vietname...
06/26/2026

What does it mean to belong to two places at once? This article follows the story of Mike Lee Hoàng, the son of Vietnamese refugees who grew up in Oklahoma and later returned to Vietnam to reconnect with his family’s history. Through reflections on immigration, identity, and heritage, Chelsy Lyons explores the challenges and beauty of navigating multiple cultures while honoring the sacrifices of those who came before. You can learn more about this article in the Spring issue of The Community Archaeologist.

Lina Ortega, associate curator at the Western History Collections, has committed herself to making archives more accessi...
06/19/2026

Lina Ortega, associate curator at the Western History Collections, has committed herself to making archives more accessible for Indigenous communities. Through this article, one can understand the reparative description, oral history projects, and community collaboration she works to preserve. With boarding school histories, language, and family stories that have too often been erased or overlooked, her work reminds us that archives are not just about preserving the past, but about reconnecting people to identity and belonging. You can learn more about this article in the Spring 2026 issue of The Community Archaeologist.

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