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Uncovering the Past
During the summers of 1967 and 1968 an extensive archeological investigation was conducted on Unkar Delta.
Fifty two Anasazi sites were recorded on the delta, and ten were completely excavated. The largest site contained a complex with 25 rooms. Within the area of the delta tools for hunting, agriculture and woodworking were also found.
Unkar Delta was found to contain numerous terraces constructed by the prehistoric people so that they could farm the area. With the Colorado River bordering the Delta, the residents had a constant supply of water to irrigate their agricultural plots.
In trying to fully reenact Anasazi life, the researchers found that it was an arduous two-day walk from the North Rim to the delta down Unkar Creek.
Archaeologists excavating ruins at Unkar Delta
Shell ornaments worn by the prehistoric dwellers of Unkar Delta.
Decorated ceramic vessel probably used for food storage.
Grough metates were used by Anasazi farmers to grind corn into meal. |