The American Southwest Virtual Museum describes itself as “…a digital repository of photographs, maps, information, and virtual tours of National Park Service units and museums across the Southwest.” However, they offer much more than that to the avocational archaeologist. For example, browse through their Pottery Guide in the home page’s right sidebar, or perhaps start with the home page’s Featured Exhibit. Their interactive Artifact Exhibits include animal bone, projectile points, shells, and more – with comprehensive identifications that include provenience.
The American Southwest Virtual Museum is an excellent way for anyone to become better acquainted with the cultures, artifacts, and archaeological sites of the US Southwest. Your GCAS Webmaster says check it out!
[Featured photo: Style III Mimbres bowl image by Boone/Belnap, Bilby Research Center, Northern Arizona University]