Devils Head Site
About this property
The Devils Head Site, designated Site 97.10 by the Maine Archaeological Survey, is a prehistoric and historic archaeological site in Calais, Maine. Located on the banks of the St. Croix River, it is a shell midden site with evidence of multiple periods of human habitation, from the Middle Ceramic Period (c. 200-600 CE) to the Late Contact Period (mid-18th century) and beyond. With its location near Saint Croix Island, the site of an early French settlement in 1604, the site's finds may provide insight into early French-Native relations in the area.
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Federal Designation
The National Register of Historic Places, administered by the National Park Service, is the United States federal government's official list of districts, sites, buildings, structures, and objects deemed worthy of preservation for their historical, architectural, archaeological, engineering, or cultural significance. Listing on the National Register recognizes a property's importance to American history but does not place restrictions on private owners; it does, however, make properties eligible for federal historic preservation tax incentives and enables consideration in federal planning decisions. This property is recorded in the National Register under reference number 06000395. It was listed on May 16, 2006.
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Property data from the National Register of Historic Places, National Park Service (public domain).
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Questions about this property
When was Devils Head Site listed on the National Register?
Devils Head Site was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on May 16, 2006.
What type of historic resource is Devils Head Site?
Devils Head Site is classified as a site in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Devils Head Site?
The period of significance for Devils Head Site is recorded as the colonial era, specifically around 1604.
Can I research the history near Devils Head Site?
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