Archeological Site 21SL55
About this property
21SL55 is a precontact Native American archaeological site in the Boundary Waters of northern Minnesota, United States. It was occupied by the Blackduck culture of the late Woodland period sometime between 700 and 1500 C.E. Located on a small island in what is now Voyageurs National Park, the site is known only by its Smithsonian trinomial. It contains well-preserved faunal remains, a possible ricing jig, and other subsurface features. The site was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1988 under the name Archeological Site 21SL55 for its local significance in the theme of prehistoric archaeology. As an island site occupied exclusively during one cultural period in what is now a protected area, 21SL55 was nominated for its potential to illuminate regional subsistence patterns of the late Woodland period.
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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 88000989. It was listed on July 7, 1988.
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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 Archeological Site 21SL55 listed on the National Register?
Archeological Site 21SL55 was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on July 7, 1988.
What type of historic resource is Archeological Site 21SL55?
Archeological Site 21SL55 is classified as a site in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Archeological Site 21SL55?
The period of significance for Archeological Site 21SL55 is recorded as the colonial era, specifically around 1500.
Can I research the history near Archeological Site 21SL55?
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