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Clip: Season 1 | 2m 24s
Indigenous Archaeologist Marky Weahkee is an expert at reproducing ancient technology. From flintknapping and weaving yucca cordage to knowing the benefits of native plants, Mary has a wealth of knowledge about the past people, which helps give her context on an archaeological site. She teaches this knowledge to others in order to show them how resourceful the people of the past could be.
Aired: 07/03/13
Funded by the National Science Foundation
Get a glimpse inside the largest known pit house on the Dillard site 1400 years ago.
Learn how ancient technology called an Atlatl gave Paleoindians a better shot at survival.
Bryan Haley uses ground penetrating radar to reveal features underground without digging.
Dr. Blinman explains how archaeomagnetic dating can help archaeologists date their site.
Adrien Hannus describes Folsom people's hunting strategy and the innovation of the Atlatl.
Laser Trowels, Robots, and... Bees?
We asked each member of Time Team America three important questions about archaeology.
Dr. Lee Bement recounts the mysterious story behind unearthing the Cooper Skull in 1994.
