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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, January 1931-August 1933

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The image is a page from the "Harvard Alumni Bulletin" dated June 24, 1932. The content focuses on the Peabody Museum's upcoming expeditions. Here is a detailed summary:

  1. Yugoslavia Expedition:

    • The Peabody Museum is planning an expedition to Yugoslavia in collaboration with the American School of Prehistoric Research and the Fogg Art Museum.
    • The expedition aims to explore the southern half of Yugoslavia, particularly focusing on the Neolithic period through the Bronze and Iron Ages, including the Classical periods.
    • The site is largely untouched by archaeologists and is expected to provide valuable insights into the cultural development of the region.
    • The expedition will focus on a large site near Starevo, which is believed to contain remains from the Neolithic period and possibly the Bronze Age.
    • The team will be led by Dr. Vladimir J. Fewkes, who has extensive experience in the field. Robert W. Ehrich will assist as the architect, and Dr. Hetty Goldman of the Fogg Art Museum will direct the Classical work.
  2. Utah Expedition:

    • The Museum is also sending an expedition to southeastern Utah to study the San Juan River drainage area.
    • The focus will be on the second period of Pueblo culture, approximately from 500-900 A.D.
    • The goal is to gain a better understanding of the Pueblo II period, which is relatively understudied.
    • The expedition is part of the Museum's policy to focus on key areas to prevent duplication of research efforts.
    • The team will be led by J. O. Brew, assisted by Alfred V. Kidder and James T. Davis.

The bulletin emphasizes the importance of these expeditions in advancing archaeological knowledge and understanding the cultural developments in these regions.

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The image is a page from the Harvard Alumni Bulletin dated June 24, 1932. It focuses on the Peabody Museum's archaeological expeditions. Here's a detailed summary:

  1. Yugoslavia Expedition:

    • The Peabody Museum is collaborating with the American School of Prehistoric Research and the Fogg Art Museum to explore an area in Yugoslavia.
    • The initial phase of reconnaissance will be conducted in the southern part of the country, which is known for its rich archaeological sites spanning from the Neolithic through the Bronze and Iron Ages, up to the Classical era.
    • The expedition is expected to uncover significant archaeological material, especially from the Neolithic man's movement into Europe and throughout the continent.
  2. Starcevo Site (Belgrade Area):

    • The focus shifts to excavations near Starcevo, not far from Belgrade.
    • The site is significant as it has been inhabited since Neolithic times and is expected to provide new insights into the Neolithic man’s life and movements.
    • A study course for students from the American School of Prehistoric Research will be held in July, focusing on Central European museums and the Starcevo site.
  3. Utah Expedition:

    • Another expedition is planned for southeastern Utah, focusing on the San Juan River drainage.
    • The objective is to uncover Pueblo II sites, which are believed to span the years 500-900 AD.
    • The excavation aims to provide a clearer understanding of the Pueblo culture, which is seen as pivotal for interpreting human history in the Southwest.
  4. Staff and Leadership:

    • Dr. Vladimir J. Fewkes, who has led previous Peabody Museum expeditions, is leading this expedition.
    • Robert W. Ehrich is the associate director for the project.
    • Dr. Hetty Goldman, director of Classical work at the Fogg Art Museum, is involved due to her expertise in Classical and pre-Classical periods.
    • Alfred Kidder, James T. Dennison, and others are assisting in the Utah expedition.

The expeditions aim to contribute valuable insights into the prehistoric and classical history of Europe and the Southwest, with a particular focus on understanding the cultural evolution and movements of ancient peoples.

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The document is a page from the June 1932 issue of the Harvard Alumni Bulletin, detailing the Peabody Museum expeditions. The museum planned to send an expedition to Yugoslavia, in collaboration with the American School of Prehistoric Research and the Fogg Art Museum, to explore the southern half of the country, which is rich in archaeological sites from the Neolithic through Classical periods. Later, the expedition will move to Starcevo, near Belgrade, to excavate a large Neolithic site. Dr. Vladimir J. Fewkes will lead the expedition, with Robert W. Ehrich as associate director, and Dr. Hetty Goldman as director of Classical work. Additionally, the museum will send another expedition to southeastern Utah to study the second period of Pueblo culture, with J. O. Brew, Alfred Kidder, and James T. Dennison in charge. The document highlights the significance of studying the Pueblo culture for its independent development and contributions to understanding communal life.

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The image displays a page from the "Harvard Alumni Bulletin" dated June 4, 1932. The section is titled "Peabody Museum Expeditions" and details several archaeological expeditions organized by the Peabody Museum for the summer.

  1. Yugoslavia Expedition:

    • The Peabody Museum is sending an expedition to Yugoslavia in collaboration with the American School of Prehistoric Research and the Fogg Art Museum.
    • The first few months will involve extensive reconnaissance in the southern part of the country.
    • Future plans include excavations in Greece, focusing on sites spanning from the Neolithic through the Bronze and Iron Ages to the pre-Classical and Classical periods.
  2. Excavations near Starcievo, Yugoslavia:

    • Later in the summer, excavations will focus on the Balkans, particularly near Starcievo.
    • The site is significant due to its large size and the long period it was inhabited by Neolithic people.
    • The expedition aims to uncover insights into the daily life, movements, and burial practices of Neolithic Europeans.
  3. Study Tour for Students:

    • In July, students from the American School of Prehistoric Research will visit leading museums in central European states.
    • This will be followed by a visit to the excavation site at Starcievo.
  4. Personnel:

    • Dr. Vladimir J. Fewkes will lead the Starcievo expedition, continuing his previous work.
    • Robert W. Ehrich will serve as the associate director.
    • Dr. Hetty Goldman, a noted expert in Classical and pre-Classical periods, will direct the Classical work and study possible Aegean connections of Balkan prehistory.
  5. Utah Expedition:

    • Another expedition is being sent to southeastern Utah to work on the canyons and mesas of the San Juan River drainage.
    • The goal is to uncover more about Pueblo II culture (approximately 500-900 A.D.).
    • The research aims to fill gaps in the understanding of the Pueblo culture, focusing on key areas and avoiding duplication of research.
    • This effort will be led by J. O. Brew, assisted by Alfred Kidder, II, and James T. Dennison, who have previous experience in the area.

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The image is a page from the Harvard Alumni Bulletin, dated June 24, 1932. The article is titled "PEABODY MUSEUM EXPEDITIONS" and covers two main expeditions planned by the Peabody Museum.

  1. Yugoslavia Expedition:

    • The Peabody Museum will send an expedition to Yugoslavia in the summer, in collaboration with the American School of Prehistoric Research and the Fogg Art Museum.
    • The initial months will be dedicated to reconnaissance in the southern part of the country, focusing on sites from the Neolithic, Bronze, and Iron Ages, leading up to the pre-Classical and Classical periods.
    • This area is noted for its archaeological significance, with expectations of discovering new insights into Neolithic man and his movements across Europe.
    • The expedition will be led by Dr. Vladimir J. Fewkes, with Robert W. Ehrich as associate director. Additionally, Dr. Hetty Goldman, the director of Classical work at the Fogg Art Museum, will join the team. Her expertise in the Classical and pre-Classical periods and her knowledge of Aegean connections of Balkan prehistory will be valuable.
    • The expedition will involve students from the American School of Prehistoric Research, who will be given a study course while visiting the Central European states, followed by work at the Starcevo site.
  2. Southwestern Utah Expedition:

    • The Peabody Museum is also sending an expedition to southeastern Utah to work on the canyons and mesas of the San Juan River drainage.
    • The focus will be on the Pueblo II sites, expected to yield material from approximately 500-900 A.D., a period about which little is known.
    • This expedition is part of the museum's policy to study key areas and problems and to prevent research duplication.
    • The expedition will be led by J. O. Brew, assisted by Alfred Kidder, and James T. Dennison, all of whom have worked in Utah previously.
    • The Pueblo culture is noted for its exceptional value in anthropological studies, providing insights into early communal life and agricultural development.

Overall, these expeditions aim to uncover significant archaeological findings and contribute to the understanding of prehistoric and classical periods in Europe and the Pueblo culture in the American Southwest.

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The image is a page from the Harvard Alumni Bulletin, dated June 24, 1932. It details two Peabody Museum expeditions:

  1. Yugoslavia Expedition:

    • The Peabody Museum is sending an expedition to Yugoslavia in collaboration with the American School of Prehistoric Research and the Fogg Art Museum.
    • The expedition will focus on the southern half of Yugoslavia, conducting extensive reconnaissance.
    • The primary goal is to explore and excavate a Neolithic site near Starcevo, located not far from Belgrade. This site is significant because it is believed to be one of the earliest known Neolithic settlements in Europe, lived on by Neolithic man and his successors for a long period.
    • The expedition is led by Dr. Vladimir J. Fewkes, who has led similar expeditions for the past four years, and includes Dr. Hetty Goldman, a director of Classical work at the Fogg Art Museum, who will study Aegean connections of Balkan prehistory and work on pre-Bronze Age artifacts.
    • During July, students from the American School of Prehistoric Research will be given a study course and will visit museums in Central Europe before being assigned to the Starcevo site.
  2. Utah Expedition:

    • The museum is also sending an expedition to southeastern Utah to work in the canyons and mesas of the San Juan River drainage.
    • This expedition aims to excavate Pueblo II sites, which are expected to yield material from the second period of Pueblo culture, approximately from the years 500-900 A.D.
    • The Pueblo culture is considered exceptionally valuable for anthropology due to its unique development without outside influence.
    • The expedition will be led by J. O. Brew, with Alfred Kidder and James T. Dennison as assistants. Both Kidder and Dennison have previously worked in Utah.

The page emphasizes the museum's commitment to thorough exploration and the careful documentation of archaeological findings.

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This image shows a page from an old document or publication. It appears to be a printed page from the "HARVARD ALUMNI BULLETIN" dated June 24, 1932. The page number at the top right is 1136. The heading "PEABODY MUSEUM EXPEDITIONS" suggests the content is discussing upcoming or ongoing expeditions related to the Peabody Museum. The text includes details about an expedition the museum will send to Yugoslavia that summer, archaeological work in the Southwestern United States, and various research initiatives. Names mentioned include Dr. Vladimir J. Fewkes, who seems to be in charge of an expedition, and Hetty Goldman, referred to as a new addition to the staff with expertise in Classical work. The main focus of the document is the description of various research efforts and archaeological projects related to the Peabody Museum's work.

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This image is a scanned page from the Harvard Alumni Bulletin, dated June 24, 1932. The page is numbered 1136 and contains text about Peabody Museum Expeditions. It discusses upcoming archaeological expeditions to various regions, including Yugoslavia and southeastern Utah.

Key points include:

  • The Peabody Museum will conduct extensive reconnaissance in Yugoslavia, focusing on areas containing remains from the Neolithic through the Bronze and Iron Ages to pre-Classical and Classical periods.
  • A summer school course for students from the American School of Prehistoric Research is mentioned, which includes visits to leading museums in Central European states and assignments to excavations at the Starčevo site.
  • Two notable figures, Dr. Vladimir J. Fewkes and Robt W. Ehrich, are in charge of the expedition.
  • The Museum is also planning an expedition to southeastern Utah, aiming to yield material that will better define the second period of Pueblo culture, around 900-1000 A.D.
  • The page includes information about other staff such as Dr. Hetty Goldman, J. O. Brew, Alfred Kidder, and James T. Denniston, who are involved in the research.

The page also features holes on the left side, indicating it was originally part of a binder. The text is printed in a serif typeface, typical of periodicals and academic bulletins from that time.

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The image shows a page from the "Harvard Alumni Bulletin" dated June 24, 1932. The text on the page is titled "PEABODY MUSEUM EXPEDITIONS" and describes upcoming archaeological expeditions planned by the Peabody Museum.

Key points from the text include:

  • The Peabody Museum will send an expedition to Yugoslavia during the summer, in collaboration with the American School of Prehistoric Research and the Fogg Art Museum. This expedition will focus on extensive reconnaissance in the southern half of Yugoslavia, which contains many sites from the Neolithic through the Bronze and Iron Ages up to classical periods.
  • Excavations will also take place near Starcevo, near Belgrade, on terraces of the Danube, a site inhabited by Neolithic people and their successors.
  • A study course will be provided to students of the American School of Prehistoric Research while visiting leading museums in Central Europe, followed by work at the Starcevo site.
  • The expedition is led by Dr. Vladimir J. Fewkes, with Robert W. Ehrich as associate director, and Dr. Hetty Goldman from the Fogg Art Museum directing Classical work. Dr. Goldman will focus on Aegean connections of Balkan prehistory in the Neolithic and Bronze Age, and on pre-Classical and Classical material.
  • Another expedition will be sent to southeastern Utah to excavate sites in the canyons and mesas of the San Juan River drainage, targeting the second period of Pueblo culture (circa 500-900 A.D.). This aims to study the elusive Pueblo II sites, to prevent duplication of research and to understand the development of Pueblo culture.
  • The Utah expedition is under J. O. Brew, assisted by Alfred Kidder and James T. Dennison, all of whom have previous experience in Utah.

The page number is 1136. The text is typed in a classic, serif font, and the page has three holes punched on the left side, suggesting it was meant for binding or placing in a folder.

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The image shows a page from the Harvard Alumni Bulletin, dated June 24, 1932, with the page number 1136. The page discusses Peabody Museum Expeditions, detailing two major archaeological and anthropological projects undertaken by the museum during the summer of 1932.

Key Points from the Image:

  1. Peabody Museum Expeditions to Yugoslavia:

    • The museum will send an expedition to Yugoslavia in collaboration with the American School of Prehistoric Research and the Fogg Art Museum.
    • The expedition will focus on extensive reconnaissance in the southern half of Yugoslavia, a region rich in archaeological sites spanning from the Neolithic to the pre-Classical and Classical periods.
    • The primary site of interest is Starcevo, where previous tests indicate a long period of Neolithic habitation. The expedition aims to excavate this site thoroughly to gain new insights into Neolithic life in Europe and its connections to other regions.
    • The expedition will be led by Dr. J. Fewkes, who has previously led Peabody Museum expeditions into this field. Dr. W. Ehrich will also participate, having been an associate director at the Fogg Art Museum. Dr. Hetty Goldman, known for her work in Classical and pre-Classical periods, will join the team, bringing expertise in Aegean connections of Balkan prehistory and the Neolithic period in the Bronze Age.
  2. Peabody Museum Expeditions to Southeastern Utah:

    • The museum will also send an expedition to southeastern Utah to work in the canyons and mesas of the San Juan River drainage.
    • The focus will be on several sites expected to yield material from the Pueblo culture, dating approximately 500–900 A.D.
    • This expedition is significant for anthropology, as it aims to provide a complete record of how a group of mankind developed from a relatively simple stage of agriculture to a complex communal life. This will assist in interpreting man's history in other areas.
    • The expedition will be led by Alfred Kidder, assisted by J. O. Brew, J. Grad, J. Dennison, 34, all of whom have worked in Utah during previous seasons.

Layout and Design:

  • The text is printed in a clean, typewriter-style font, typical of early 20th-century publications.
  • The page has three circular perforations along the left margin, suggesting it may have been part of a bound or loose-leaf document.
  • The header includes the title "HARVARD ALUMNI BULLETIN" and the date, indicating it is part of a regular newsletter for Harvard alumni.

Context:

The page reflects the academic and research interests of the early 20th century, highlighting interdisciplinary efforts in archaeology, anthropology, and classical studies. It emphasizes collaboration between institutions and the importance of fieldwork in understanding human history and cultural development. The mention of specific scholars and their expertise underscores the scholarly rigor and ambition of the expeditions.