Steamboat symposium to feature archaeology experts
Two archaeologists are among the contributors participating in a day-long symposium dedicated to exploring the steamboat’s influence on Arkansas. The presenters, Lindsay Scott, who has focused her research on nautical archaeology, and Skip Stewart-Abernathy, recently retired from the Arkansas Archaeological Survey, will present as part of the panel titled “Into the Water: The Sinking and … Steamboat symposium to feature archaeology experts
Steamboat symposium to feature former congressman and others
The invention of Robert Fulton’s steamboat in 1807 is one of the defining moments in American history, which held ramifications for many states, Arkansas included. A current online exhibit exploring the steamboat’s influence on Arkansas culminates with a day-long educational symposium set for Nov. 5 at the Arkansas Studies Institute building. The event is free … Steamboat symposium to feature former congressman and others