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Denver Chapter of the Colorado Archaeological Society

Celebrating 80+ Years of Colorado History and Community

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We bring together hobbyist and professional archaeologists to educate and preserve Colorado's rich history.

Educational Meetings

Join leading experts in Colorado archaeology live in person or virtually. Monthly meetings are open to all, and past lectures are always available on Youtube.

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Of Archaeological Interest

Expand your knowledge with access to archaeological databases and news sources across the country.

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Past Projects and Activities

From prehistoric sites to recent Colorado history, our chapter has been involved in hundreds of projects over nearly 88 years and counting.

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Upcoming Events and Announcements

An Evening with Dr. Holly Norton, Colorado State Archaeologist and Deputy State Historic Preservation Officer

Monday, January 12, 2026 – 7:00PM MST (Hybrid) Our meetings are free and open to the public. Please join us in person. Members will receive a Zoom link by email. If you are a non-member and would prefer to receive the Zoom link or have any questions, please reach out to us using the link below: Contact Us We are proud to present Dr. Holly Norton, Colorado State Archaeologist and Deputy State Historic Preservation Officer as our guest speaker for the January 12, 2026 Gene

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Community Activities and Announcements (Ongoing)

This page is updated bi-weekly. Check back frequently for updates! (Latest Update - December 20, 2025) Note this will be the last update until January 2026. Upcoming Archaeology Tours, Events, Classes & Lectures: SAND CREEK NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE - ONSITE TALK (NEAR EADS, CO/IN PERSON/FREE): (New) Every Friday, Saturday and Sunday, December 26, 2025 - December 31, 2026 (10:00am-11:00am MT and 2:00pm-3:00pm MT) – Attend a talk presented by a Park Ranger about the significanc

2025 Free Tours Of Lamb Spring Archaeological Preserve

2025 tours of this important prehistoric archaeological site in Littleton, Colorado are now open for registration! Tours begin at 9:00am...