Archaeological Survey
For 40 years, PAL has provided in-depth survey, evaluation, and data recovery services.
We specialize in identifying and evaluating important archaeological and cultural resources. We offer expertise in the documentation of all types of archaeological sites, ranging in age from 12,000 years to the last 50 years. Site types include campsites, processing sites, domestic homesteads, historic engineering structures, and industrial sites such as bridges, dams, mills, mining, and quarry sites.
Our HazMat-certified archaeologists are experienced in safely dealing with industrial sites, as well as contaminated sites containing archaeological resources.
Archaeological surveys often involve multiple phases. Our staff accommodates project schedules throughout the process, while guiding clients through regulatory requirements.
Identification & Evaluation
Block Island Wind Farm, New Shoreham, RI
Through archaeological surveys we identify cultural resources that may be present in a project area. After defining a project and its potential effects, our team collects information about historic properties, including archaeological sites, structures, objects, and buildings.
If a project is likely to impact cultural resources, an evaluation survey may be undertaken.
NY-NJ Gas Pipeline Project, Staten Island, NY
Blue Star Business Park, Norton, MA
Archaeological Data Recovery
Data recovery plans serve as an operational blueprint for excavation, scientific analysis, and reporting.
PAL has an unequaled record of successful archeological data recovery programs throughout the Northeast.
Select Clients
Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT)
National Park Service
New England Power
Rhode Island Army National Guard
Rhode Island Department of Transportation
Providence Marine Corps of Artillery
Select Projects
Hall Property, Kingston, MA
Blue Star Business Park, Norton, MA
MassDOT On-Call Services, Statewide
Aquinnah Projects, Martha’s Vineyard, MA
Salt Pond, Narragansett, RI
Robinson Iron Works and Rolling Mill Site, Plymouth, MA
Vermont Copper Mines (Elizabeth, Ely, and Pike Hill)
Chilmark Brickyard, Martha’s Vineyard, MA
West Side Road Sidewalk Improvement Project, New Shoreham, RI
Block Island Wind Farm, New Shoreham, RI
Martha’s Vineyard Museum, MA
Related Services
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Laboratory & Curation Services
The PAL laboratory has a highly skilled staff with decades of experience in laboratory processing, analysis, and curation.
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Cemetery Investigations
We have extensive experience documenting a wide range of burial types, including ancient Native American burial sites and historic-period cemeteries.
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Construction Monitoring
Our field-proven approach to site monitoring helps clients minimize unnecessary downtime and meet project deadlines.
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Tribal Consultation
We are proud to offer invaluable consultation services based on longstanding working relationships with many Native nations and Tribes.
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Municipal Survey & Preservation Plans
Our exemplary survey reports are integrated into town master plans and utilized as effective standalone documents.
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Educational Programs
Our programs range from guided tours and hands-on demonstrations to classroom lectures.
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National Register Nominations
Since 1982, we have authored hundreds of successful local, state, and federal historic property and district nominations.
