Archaeological Research Associates Ltd.
900 Guelph Street N2H 5Z6 Kitchener, ON, Canada

An exciting ARA project in downtown Guelph. https://kitchener.ctvnews.ca/archeological-dig-underway-in-

Some thoughts on Reconciliation, archaeology, and this moment that we find ourselves in as Canadians. #truthandreconciliation #socialjustice #indigenous #decolonize.

The National Trust Conference Heritage and the Global Reset: Seizing the Moment is starting tomorrow. We are proud to be a sponsor of this national heritage event. Be sure to follow our heritage department’s twitter for live tweets! https://twitter.com/ARAHeritage

We are very excited to be part of Heritage and the Global Reset: Seizing the Moment, the National Trust Conference as a sponsor! What sessions are you looking most forward to? https://pheedloop.com/nationaltrustconference20//sponsors/

It's a wheat head and leaf! Our September Artifact of the Month showcases a moulded Wheat Pattern design that was very popular on Ironstone from the mid-1800searly 20th century. Many different versions of the pattern were produced my many potters. This specific pattern was called Arched Wheat and was made by the American potter R. Cochran and Co. during the midlate 1800s. #Artifact #ARAHeritage #OntarioArchaeology

Do you recognize the moulding in this image? #Artifact #ARAHeritage #OntarioArchaeology

We are #hiring Field Technicians for the Fall excavation season. The positions are based out of Hamilton, and are to start immediately. Click the link for more details and how to apply. #araheritage #ontarioarchaeology https://ca.indeed.com/viewjob

We are participating in the second phase of the Collingwood Grain Terminals Built Heritage Assessment Community Consultation. Don’t miss out on your chance to give feedback about these Collingwood community landmarks.

We are #hiring a Senior Laboratory Services Specialist based in #Kitchener. The start date is as soon as possible, and the position will remain open until filled. Please click the link to view the full details: https://ca.indeed.com//senior-laboratory-services-speciali #ontarioarchaeology #araheritage #jobsearch

We are proud to be working with the Town of Collingwood to prepare a Built Heritage Assessment of the Collingwood Grain Terminals. Check out the link to learn more about engagement opportunities for community members to give input about the Grain Terminals.

Did you guess salt glazed stoneware? Our Artifact of the Month is a salt glazed stoneware fragment that represents the Brantford pottery factory established in 1849 by Justus Morton. The factory was first built at the corner of Dalhousie and Clarence Streets in Brantford, Ontario. It was one of the oldest stoneware producers in Canada West and one of the largest pottery-manufacturing operations in Canada. The company continued until 1907. #Artifact #ARAHeritage #OntarioArchaeology

Can you guess what kind of artifact this is? Check back here tomorrow at noon to find out! #Artifact #ARAHeritage #OntarioArchaeology

Though its predecessors have roots as far back as 3000 years, the pocket-sized harmonica we recognize today was invented in Germany in the early 1820’s. This cheap, small, and easy to play instrument quickly gained popularity across Europe and North America and is a common find on mid to late 19th century sites in Ontario. Thin brass strips, called reeds, are attached to a reed plate (pictured here) and vibrate when air is inhaled or exhaled through the harmonica body. Different notes and pitches are produced by a combination of slot sizes in the reed plate, reed length and vibration frequency. #MusicalHistory #Artifact #ARAHeritage #OntarioArchaeology

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Though these may appear to be beads at first glace, February’s artifact of the month is NOT an artifact! The fossilized stalks of crinoids, an early species that once dominated the ocean floors, frequently break into disc-shaped segments, often leading to a mistaken identity! Though there are examples of these being collected and used as beads, with a closer look through a microscope, we can see there is no evidence of use-wear on these particular fossils. #Artifact #ARAHeritage #OntarioArchaeology #ArtifactoftheMonth

We are halfway through Heritage Week, how are you celebrating this year? Ontario Heritage Trust has lots of activities on social media, give them a follow and enjoy playing along!

We are #hiring experienced Field Technicians for the upcoming 2021 season. The anticipated season start is mid May/early June and will continue to late November/early December (weather and workload dependent). https://ca.indeed.com//archaeological-field-technician-947 #araheritage #ontarioarchaeology

ARA is #hiring Field Directors for the upcoming 2021 season. The position is based out of Kitchener, Ontario, and workdays and hours may vary based on the assigned project/job. Click the link to see full details and to apply: https://ca.indeed.com//archaeological-field-director-f633c #araheritage #ontarioarchaeology

The Dr. is in! Or is that druggist? Dr. Issac Thomspon, who was not a doctor but a druggist, invented Dr. Thompson’s Eye Water in 1795. This cure-all was touted for its ability to ease all afflictions of the eye, except blindness. It was widely used until its ingredients were exposed after the US Pure Food and Drug Act of 1906 forced the ingredient list to be published. Dangerous ingredients included opium, alcohol, copper sulphates and zinc sulphates This quickly led to a decline in sales and eventual stoppage in 1939. #Artifact #ARAHeritage #OntarioArchaeology #ArtifactoftheMonth

ARA is pleased to announce that Amy Barnes will be joining our team as a Heritage Project Manager. Amy has over ten years of experience evaluating cultural heritage resources and leading community engagement. She has completed over 50 heritage-related projects, including 150+ cultural assessments, and has been qualified as an expert witness at the Ontario Superior Court of Justice. She has worked in both the public and private sector in roles that have included; project manag...ement, public consultation, facilitation, research, database and records management, and report author. Amy holds an M.A. in Heritage Conservation from the School of Canadian Studies at Carleton University in Ottawa, Ontario. Additionally, Amy has successfully completed courses in Foundations in Public Participation, and Techniques for Effective Public Participation through the International Association for Public Participation (IAP2), and Indigenous Awareness Training through Indigenous Awareness Canada. http://arch-research.ca/ara-welcomes-heritage-project-mana/

ARA is #hiring Field Technicians for the fall excavation season. Starting October 19th, and running until late November/early December (weather and workload dependent). Workdays and hours may vary based on assigned projects and weather. Apply via Indeed here: https://ca.indeed.com//archaeological-field-technician-2af #araheritage #ontarioarchaeology #archaeology #job #jobs

We are pleased to announce that our own Paul Racher is a speaker for the Ontario Traffic Council's upcoming Environmental Assessment Virtual Workshop on October 7th and 8th, 2020. The workshop will be held over two half days and covers all types of environmental assessments for transportation projects including provincial, municipal, and conservation authority environmental assessments. The interrelationship between these environmental assessments, criteria that triggers them, and various aspects of each of these environmental assessments is also included. Members, Non-Members and Students are all welcome to register to participate in the workshop, costs are listed on the website. https://otc.org/events/environmental-assessment-workshop-5/

Want to know more about #OrangeShirtDay? CBC has produced this online resource that will help teach adults and children about the importance of Orange Shirt Day. https://www.cbc.ca/kidsc/the-feed/what-is-orange-shirt-day.

Today we welcome William (Bill) Fox to the ARA Family! Click the link to read our full news release: http://arch-research.ca/welcome-william-bill-fox-to-the-ar/

We are participating in #AskACurator Day again this year! Message us your archaeology and heritage curation questions and our Lab Team Lead, Andrea, will do her best to answer as many as possible on September 16th! #araheritage #ontarioarchaeology

ARA Welcomes Two Project Archaeologists, Charlton Carscallen and Andrew O’Shaughnessy. Click the link to read our full news release: http://arch-research.ca/ara-welcomes-two-project-archaeolo/

Our #ArtifactoftheMonth for September is a chilling one. Frozen Charlotte dolls originated from an old folk tale about a young woman who froze to death due to her vanity. They originated from Germany and were called Penny Dolls. These dolls were popular from the mid-1800s to the early 20th century and often came in caskets or were gifted in baked cakes to bring good luck or special favour on the gifted person. #Artifact #ARAHeritage #archaeology #ontarioarchaeology

Archaeological Research Associates Ltd. is proud to announce the addition of three new Associates to the ARA team: Nick Adams, Paul General, and Gary Warrick. Nick Adams holds a Masters in Archaeology and Heritage (Distinction) from the University of Leicester and has been involved in archaeology for more than fifty years, first in the United Kingdom and in Canada since 1977. Nick first started working in Ontario as a Field Archaeologist for the Ontario Government based in Sa...ult Ste. Marie, then for the Cataraqui Archaeological Research Foundation in Kingston until starting his own archaeological consulting company, Adams Heritage, in 1989. He has completed hundreds of archaeological assessment projects throughout Ontario and holds a professional archaeological licence (# P003) from the Province of Ontario. Nick is a prolific writer of non-fiction, a narrator of audiobooks, and an authority on classic motorcycles. Paul General is the former Manager of the Six Nations Eco-Centre. He is a Member of the Seneca Nation - Snipe Clan. He is active in over 30 committees and working groups, monitoring and contributing towards the protection and enhancement of our environment and has authored and co-authored numerous articles in a variety of publications, periodicals and books. Dr. Gary Warrick has over 40 years of archaeological experience in Ontario. He was the Regional Archaeologist for the Ontario Ministry of Transportation (1989-1999) and was a full-time professor of Indigenous Studies, history, and archaeology at Wilfrid Laurier University (1999-2020). He has conducted collaborative archaeological research with the Huron-Wendat, Six Nations of the Grand River. and the Mississaugas of the Credit. Current research in Ontario includes a study of Huron-Wendat history and land use in Simcoe County; Indigenous placemaking in Kitchener-Waterloo; and Haudenosaunee land use in the Grand River watershed. Welcome friends! We couldn't be more delighted to have you with us.

For anyone planning educational activities in September and October, Woodland Cultural Centre is hosting virtual Orange Shirt Day events, click the link to learn more or register to attend! https://www.facebook.com/WoodlandCulturalCentre/videos/639209913260770

It's Friday, I'm in love (with the boots you were field-walking in) #archaeologylife

What better time to celebrate bright colours than in the heat of the summer? Our August #ArtifactoftheMonth is touted as America’s favourite dinnerware. Known as Fiesta ware, it was first showcased in 1936 and is known best for its often-bright colour palette. Fiesta wares were retired in 1972 but soon became popular again with collectors. This popularity encouraged Bloomingdale’s to approach the Homer Laughlin company and persuade them to reproduce the ware. This happened in 1986 and the dinnerware is still produced today! #Artifact #ARAHeritage #archaeology #ontarioarchaeology

The answer to this week’s #TriviaTuesday question on Twitter is. Digital Doors Open! Join the Ontario Heritage Trust, Doors Open Ontario and its many partners throughout 2020 on a virtual journey across the province as we open Ontario’s doors online!... Discover Digital Doors Open Ontario through the virtual experiences on this page, featuring many of Ontario’s treasured places and the stories behind their doors that draw us together and inspire our strong sense of community even while we are physically distancing. Virtual experiences for sites on this page include photo tours, virtual tours, videos, searchable collections, and online games and activities. New content is being added regularly to this website. Bookmark this page and continue the digital journey through these fascinating Ontario buildings and landscapes. https://www.doorsopenontario.on.ca/en/sites

Our own Shelby Haggerty is the final speakers in the Ontario Archaeological Society's Special Speaker Series! Catch her tonight at 7pm talking all about Artifact Curation. #ontarioarchaeology

The answer to this week’s #TriviaTuesday question on Twitter is. The Region of Waterloo Heritage Planning Advisory Committee’s Historic Countryside Driving Tours! The Committee produced a brochure of 4 Historic Countryside Driving Tours for you to enjoy. Its an ideal socially distanced activity! The tours are:... Southern Trail - Moraines, marshes, vistas and views Country Lanes - Mennonite farms, creeks, rivers and bridges Nith Valley Trail Bridges, churches and pioneer cemeteries Wellesley Byway Apple butter, corn and scenic views Click the link to download a PDF of the driving tour brochure. https://www.regionofwaterloo.ca//2014_Historic_Countryside See more

Our July #ArtifactoftheMonth is this large collection of glass. You may not realize it, but glass can tell us so much about an archaeological site. Identifying the method by which the glass was made can help us date the site, while the types of glass found can help us determine lifestyle of the people that lived there. #Artifact #ARAHeritage #archaeology #ontarioarchaeology

The answer to this week’s #TriviaTuesday question on Twitter is. Waterloo Region Museum and Doon Heritage Village, Schneider Haus National Historic Site, and McDougall Cottage Historic Site! These organizations have all made available virtual field trips based on curriculum-linked School Programs. These are suitable for kindergarten level and upwards and have many different themes. Click the link to check out the virtual field trips!... https://www.waterlooregionmuseum.ca//virtual-field-trips.a# See more

We are #hiring a Heritage Project Manager! The Heritage Project Manager is a full-time permanent position and will be filled by a qualified candidate who is passionate about implementing ARA’s mission to put heritage first in the context of completing heritage assessments for the public and private sectors. The position can be based out of the Hamilton or Kitchener offices. https://ca.indeed.com//heritage-project-manager-5032b5e270

We had a great time collaborating with Kitchener Public Library to create this cycling map!

We are #hiring Archaeological Field Technicians to start July 13th! The positions will be based out of Kitchener, Ontario, check out the Indeed job posting for full details. https://ca.indeed.com//archaeological-field-technician-f84 #archaeology #ontarioarchaeology

THEMUSEUM is celebrating National Indigenous Peoples Day with a virtual event. Kelley Fran Davis will share philosophies, treaties, and land acknowledgment. Alongside live music and dance performances, Kelly will educate on the cultural significance of these traditional music pieces.

ARA is in the news! We are starting off our 2020 field season with this interview about excavations going on in Wellington County. https://www.wellingtonadvertiser.com/archaeological-dig-un/