Archaeology Reports Database

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John Milner Associates, Inc.

2005

Phase IB/2 Archeological Investigations, B456L1, Bowery and E 1st St., Cooper Sq. URA

Project bounded by East First St, Bowery, Second Ave, and Houston St. Six test trenches were excavated in order to determine the presence or absence of historic yard features, such as privies and cisterns, historic domestic refuse, and intact prehistoric ground surfaces. While most material remains were in disturbed contexts, an intact feature contained possible remains from a 1870s saloon. It is unlikely that anything more can be learned from further excavation, so no additional archaeological work is recommended.

877

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Chrysalis Archaeological Consultants, Inc.

2005

Phase IA Documentary Study for the 311 West Broadway Project, Block 228, Lot 12, NY,NY

Project area is 311 West Broadway, Block 228, Lot 12 regarding the proposed construction of residential brick façade housing and backyard landscaping. The buildings will include a below surface parking garage extending 15' below grade. As the subsurface construction of the project may impact areas where wells, privies or cisterns may have been located, these artifacts would be difficult to link to a specific family or collection of families. The site is also partially disturbed due to construction in the 1950s. No further testing is recommended.

880

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Stone, Linda

2005

Report on Archaeological Monitoring During Stabilization Excavations In and Around Building 298 on Governors Island, NY, NY; for Bedford Const., Gov. Isl. Preservation & Education Corp.

Archaeological monitoring of a project on Governor’s Island. No intact archaeological features were found, but two historic vessels were found, probably dating from the early to mid 19th century. No further archaeological work is recommended for this construction project, but future projects should be evaluated for archaeological potential.

881

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AKRF, Inc.

2012

Phase IA Archaeological Documentary Study Sportime at Randall's Island Park Tennis Center Annex, Block 1819, Lot 23 (part), New York, New York

Project is to construct an annex to an existing tennis center beneath the Triborough Bridge in Randall's Island Park. Report considers likelihood of 19th century Potter's field being in project area. Recommends Unanticipated Discovery Plan and review should more excavation than is now anticipated be needed.

883

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John Milner Associates, Inc.

2005

Phase IB Archeological Investigation Block 457, Lot 28, (former Methodist Episcopal Cemetery) within the Cooper Square URA, NY, NY. 00HPD014M; former 00HPD003M

Project on East First St at Second Ave in Lower Manhattan. Part of this site was an early 19th century cemetery and other parts may have had historic privy or cistern remains, so these areas were tested to determine the presence of archaeologically significant material. No human remains were found, and all undisturbed artifacts were from the mid-20th century. Because none of the finds were archaeologically significant, no further testing is recommended.

886

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Historical Perspectives, Inc.

2001

Stage 1A Archaeological Study for Proprosed Improvements to Coenties Slip for the Office-Trading Facility at 55 Water Street, NY, NY

Project area includes Coenties Slip and the Office-Trading Facility at 55 Water Street. The Coenties Slip site must be evaluated for potential disturbance either through soil borings or through telephone line construction records which would allude to disturbance. Were the project to impact areas deemed potentially sensitive after this analysis, additional testing would be recommended.

888

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Historical Perspectives, Inc

2003

Phase IA Archaeological Assessment World Trade Center Property, Block 58, Lot 1 Bounded by Church, Vesey, Liberty, and West Streets, New York , NY

889

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Historical Perspectives, Inc.

2004

Topic Intensive, Phase IA Archaeological Assessment, World Trade Center Memorial and Redevelopment Project Site, Block 58, Lot 1, Bounded by Church, Vesey, Liberty, and West Streets, NY, NY

Project area includes the WTC Site. Three historic home lots on Liberty Street and ten historic home lots on Vesey street should undergo further testing.

894

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Geismar, Joan H.

1985

An Archaeological Evaluation of the Northtown Phase II Project Area, Roosevelt Island, NY

Project on Roosevelt island. A workhouse in the project area could potentially yield backyard features such as privies and cisterns, but activities such as the grading of streets and the installation of waste lines probably damaged or destroyed such features. This part of the project area is due mostly to be subject to landscaping, and not construction--therefore minimal disturbance is expected, and no further investigation is required.

895

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Boesch, Eugene J.

2005

Addendum to the Phase Ia Historic Resources Assessment of the Proposed City Tunnel Number 3, Stage 2, Manhattan Leg, Shaft 33b Project Area, Borough of Manhattan, New York City, NY. 05DEP010M

Water main construction project by 1st Avenue and E 55th St. This is an addendum to an earlier report after construction plans were modified to include several alternative possibilities. Parts of the area are sensitive for 19th century domestic features or historic supporting pillars from the El (ca 1880), so archaeological monitoring is recommended.

896

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Boesch, Eugene J.

2005

Phase Ia Historic Resources Assessment of the Proposed City Tunnel Number 3, Stage 2, Manhattan Leg, Shaft 33b Project Area, Borough of Manhattan, New York City, NY. 05DEP010M

Project on one of four sites: East 59th Street and 1st Avenue, 54th Street and 2nd Avenue, 61st Street between 1st and 2nd Avenues, and 59th Street and 2nd Avenue. The 59th Street and 1st Avenue site, which is the preferred site for the project, is not sensitive for archaeological material; therefore no testing is needed. Possible remnants of the 2nd Avenue subway and a tavern might exist at the 54th Street site; careful monitoring and archaeological consultation are recommended. At 61st Street, the remains of an ink factory might exist; therefore archaeological testing is recommended. The 59th Street and 2nd Avenue site does not warrant testing, because construction likely affected any present remains. Maps and color photographs are included. An addendum to the first report was made in order to include an additional site, between 55th and 56th Streets and from 1st to 3rd Avenues. Mid-19th-century privies, wells and cisterns, as well as the remains of the 2nd Avenue subway, may exist on the site; as a result, potential construction at this site should be monitored.

897

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U.S. National Park Service

2005

Draft Management Recommendations for the African Burial Ground, NPS, U.S. Department of the Interior, Northeast Region, African Burying Ground National Historic Landmark

This report discusses the history of the African Burial Ground project in Lower Manhattan, and looks at interpretational themes and challenges. The report presents four alternatives for educational facilities to be designed in association with the site, and related site management plans. Public education and outreach ideas are addressed in detail.

903

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Transit Link Consultants

2005

Access to the Region's Core, NJ Transit, Phase IA Archaeological Survey Report

Transit project extending approximately 6.5 miles from Newark Liberty Airport to Midtown Manhattan, involving the new construction of both above-ground and below-ground train tracks. Most of the area is unlikely to have intact archaeological resources, but three small areas have to potential to yield 19th and 20th century burial or industrial remains. Archaeological testing and Ground-Penetrating Radar testing are recommended in these areas.

908

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Historical Perspectives, Inc.

2005

Stage IB Archaeological Field Survey, 32-40 Bond St, Manhattan, NY

Project area includes 32-40 Bond Street. The excavation of four STPS and one trench was conducted as was testing in the yards in the rear of 32 and 34 Bond Street. As much of the area was disturbed, no further testing is recommended.

909

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Historical Perspectives, Inc.

2006

235 Bowery Street, Block 426, Lot 12, Manhattan, Archaeological Field Investigation [disturbed cemetery]

Project area includes the site of the New Museum of Contemporary Art at 235 Bowery, Block 426, Lot 12. Human bone fragments likely from the Second African Burial Ground and a partially mortared stone and brick wall were found at the site.

910

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Geismar, Joan H.

2005

Washington Square Park Phase IA Archaeological Assessment, Borough of Manhattan, for NYC Parks and Recreation

Project in Washington Square Park, expanding on an earlier assessment and report on the Washington Square Arch. An investigation revealed ten different areas where potential archaeological resources may exist, including the site of a former potter's field and the site of an 18th-century house. Testing is recommended.

918

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New York City Landmarks Preservation Commission

1992

African Burial Ground, National Register of Historic Places Registration Form, United States Department of the Interior, National Park Service

African Burial Ground site, bounded by Duane St, Chambers St, Centre St, Lafayette St, and Broadway in Lower Manhattan. This document outlines the history, significance, and excavation of the site, which was used as a cemetery for free and enslaved Africans throughout the 18th century. The site is recommended for placement on the National Register of Historic Places.

921

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U.S. General Services Administration

2003

GSA Preservation Design Manual, January 28, 2003, Governors Island National Historic Landmark District, Part II

Volume 2 of a three volume Preservation and Design Manual, which regulates building and development in the Governors Island Historic District. This report outlines the types of significant historic resources present on the island and puts forward guidelines for construction, renovation, and repairs. It includes a map of potential archaeological sites and discusses the preservation of historic landscapes as well.

932

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Louis Berger Group, Inc., The

2006

151st Street Pedestrian Bridge, Appendix C, Cultural Resource Study

Project by 151st St and the Hudson River in Manhattan. An existing pedestrian footbridge is scheduled to be demolished and rebuilt. The report traced the history of the area and found no potential archaeologically significant sites, though two architectural/engineering resources may be eligible for listing on the National Register of Historic Places. No archaeological testing is recommended, but further cultural resource studies are recommended.

933

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Bergoffen, Celia J.

2006

New York Downtown Hospital, Block 100 Lot 1, Phase IB Archaeological Field Testing Report

Testing for project between William, Beekman, Nassau and Spruce Streets in downtown Manhattan, for the presence of an 18th-century streetbed and 19th-century buildings and privies. Cellar walls for stores and other structures were uncovered, but none were determined to be archaeologically significant. No further testing is recommended.

934

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Louis Berger Group, Inc., The

2006

CCNY/ASRC Science Facility Project, City College of NY Campus, Manhattan, NY 06PR01862, Phase IA Cultural Resource Assessment

Project on the CCNY campus roughly bounded by W 133rd Street, W 136th Street, Convent Ave, and St. Nicholas Terrace in Harlem.This area was once the location of the Convent of the Sacred Heart, and a 19th Century burial vault associated with convent may still contain human remains. Archaeological monitoring is recommended in this area only.

936

M

Pickman, Arnold

2000

Archaeological Borings and Test Pit Monitoring, Schermerhorn Row Block, Borough of Manhattan, City of New York

Project bounded by Front, South, Fulton, and John Streets in Lower Manhattan. Soil boring and test pit excavation revealed that the 19th century landfill of the site contains a wealth of historic and prehistoric period artifacts. Archaeological monitoring of construction is recommended.

941

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URS Corporation

2006

Stage IA Archaeological Assessment, East Side Access Ventilation Shaft Park Avenue, New York City, NY

Construction of a ventilation shaft on the sidewalk of Park Avenue between 37th and 38th streets in Murray Hill. There is little chance that any significant archaeological resources existed in the project area, and any that did would have been destroyed by later construction. No further testing is recommended.

956

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Stone, Linda

2006

Report on Pre-Construction Archaeological Testing and Construction Monitoring for New Sewers in and Around Buildings 107,108,125 and 135 on Governors Island, NY, NY

Several shovel pits and test trenches were excavated by buildings 107, 108, 125, and 135 on Governors Island. While all artifacts found were in disturbed contexts, an ash-filled brick feature from an unknown date and a 19th century well. Construction plans were re-designed to avoid these features, but their archaeological potential should be further evaluated should future construction involve disturbances in the vicinity.

957

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Allee King Rosen & Fleming, Inc.

2006

Archaeological Assessment, Con Edison Proposed Feeder Line, Proposed Parkview Area Substation, Manhattan and the Bronx, for ConEd of NY, Inc.

Project to create four feeder lines on two routes from Harlem (Parkview) to the Bronx station which was already under construction when report was written (Mott Haven). Past tidal and episodes of recent disturbance suggested that archaeological material did not exist at this location. In addition, proposed work was planned to use existing ducts and run through current streetbeds. Conclusion was that material would not be disturbed by the feeder lines. Important evidence of sites nearby (but outside the project area) is provided, in addition to detailed maps.

961

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Jones, Erica Bubniak

2000

Inventory of Human Remains Utility Trench Chambers Street PW077102F; NY93008; NYC93032

This report catalogues the human remains found in three sites, one of which is a Chambers Street utility trench. The catalogue charts the basic attributes of each piece of bone, and a brief overview with basic analysis is included.

965

M

Chrysalis Archaeological Consultants, Inc.

2007

Columbus Park, New York County, NY, Monitoring Report for Phase II Construction, Proj. No. M015-203MA, SHPO # 02PR03416

Project in Columbus Park located between Baxter, Worth, Bayar, and Mulberry Streets concerning the rennovation of Columbus Park Pavilion. Though a cistern was found on site, it was left unopened during the investigation. No further testing is recommended.

966

M

Stone, Linda

2006

Report on Archaeological Monitoring of Test Pits as Part of the Mold Abatement Project at Building 214 Within Fort Jay on Governors Island, NY, NY; for NPS Northeast Region

Excavation of two test pits by Fort Jay in Governors Island. The first test pit revealed a wealth of artifacts dating from the late 18th through mid 19th centuries, while the second only contained rubble. In the area by the first pit, archaeological testing is recommended for any additional subsurface actions, and in the second area, archaeological monitoring is recommended.

967

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Stone, Linda

2007

Report on Archaeological Trenching at Two Locations in the Golf Course / Former Parade Ground on Governors Island, NY, NY; for Bedford Const., Gov. Isl. Preservation & Education Corp.

Project on Governors Island. In July 2006, a historic golf course was reconstructed, and the new golf course may have disturbed the historic course and other features. Two archaeological test pits were excavated to determine the extent of the disturbance. The first pit showed minimal disturbances but uncovered a brick feature, while the second showed extensive soil redistribution. Archaeological oversight of future modification and further documentary research are recommended.

972

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Geismar, Joan H.

1993

Reconstruction of Foley Square. Historical and Archaeological Resources Report. Prepared for The City of New York, Parks and Recreation. Prepared through CLRR Coe Robinson Roesch, Inc., NY

Project in Foley Square, a roughly triangular site between Worth and Reade Streets, bounded by Lafayette Street on the west and Park Street/Hamill Place on the east. A study was done to explore the way the land and communities on the project site have changed. A research investigation reveals that the remains of an early 18th-century powder house, early 19th-century tan yards, 19th-century immigrant homes, the foundation of a "shot tower" and other buidlings or activities may exist on the site. Particular attention should be paid to the potential for archaeological material on the site during soil testing and construction. Testing is also recommended on the shot tower site.

974

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Stone, Linda

2007

Report on Archaeological Monitoring During Trench Excavations For Lightening Rods in Nolan Park on Governors Island, NY, NY; for Bartlett Tree Experts

Archaeological monitoring of two lightning rod trenches in Nolan Park on Governors Island. In one of the trenches, a stone feature was found, which may be related to an early 19th century carpenter’s shop. The trench was moved to avoid this feature, but future work in this area should be preceded by further archaeological research and testing.

975

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Historical Perspectives, Inc.

2007

Phase IA Archaeological Assessment NYCHA Chelsea Houses Addition, Block 723, Lot 15, NY, NY

Project area includes Block 724, Lot 15, on the northwest corner of Ninth Avenue and West 25th Street regarding the construction of a residential tower. The site is not considered sensitive for remains and thus no further testing is recommended.

978

M

Historical Perspectives, Inc.

2005

Stage 1A Documentary Study "The William" 15 William Street, New York, NY

Project at the northwest corner of Beaver and William Streets in Lower Manhattan. This site was significant in 17th century industrial development in Lower Manhattan, including a 17th century garden and the Red Lion Brewery, the majority of which were likely destroyed by 20th and 21st Century construction. However, truncated well features may exist in some areas, so archaeological testing is recommended.

979

M

Chrysalis Archaeological Consultants, Inc.

2007

Wall Street Water Mains Project, NY, NY, Monitoring and Limited Phase Ia Documentary Report, Project No. MED-583A

Project area is along the East River on Beekman Street between Pearl and Front Streets. Four major discoveries on site included a storeroom foundation at 52 Queen Street, wooden water mains, vestiges of wharf cribbing, and remains of a barrel vault dating to the nineteenth century. Hundreds of nineteenth century artifacts were discovered on site as well. As extensive archaeological documentation has been undertaken on site, no further excavation is recommended.

982

M

Historical Perspectives, Inc.

2007

Phase IA Archaeological Documentary Study, LMDC Fulton St. Redevelopment Project, Street Improvements

Project includes the Fulton Corridor between South Street, Maiden Lane, Spruce Street and Church Street. Due to disturbances on many of the sites, there is a low probability of discovering extant precontact or historic findings up to three feet below the surface. If the project is to extend beyond three feet below grade in potentially sensitive areas, further testing should be employed.

983

M

Historical Perspectives, Inc.

2007

Phase IA Archaeological Documentary Study, LMDC Fulton St. Redevelopment Project, Titantic Park

Project includes Titanic Park: part of the Fulton Street redevelopment site. As is, the project will not affect sensitive areas, though if basements or foundations were to extend more than five feet below grade, testing is recommended.

984

M

Historical Perspectives, Inc.

2007

Phase IA Archaeological Documentary Study, LMDC Fulton St. Redevelopment Project, Delury Square

Project site is DeLury Square at the intersection of Fulton and Gold Streets. The area was found to have no precontact resources but it may be sensitive for historical archaeological deposits buried beneath approximately 10' of fill. The project should not extend beyond 10', but in case of an alteration in design, an archaeological field testing program is recommended.

985

M

Historical Perspectives, Inc.

2006

Phase IA Archaeological Documentary Study, LMDC Fulton St. Redevelopment Project, Burling Slip

Project area is the Burling Slip located partially within the John Street roadbed and partially on Block 74 bounded by John, Fulton, South and Front Streets. The area contains no precontact resources but may contain historical resources. The project requires extending 4'-8' below grade. In areas where disturbance will extend more than 2' below grade, archaeological field testing is recommended.

986

M

Historical Perspectives, Inc.

2007

Phase IA Archaeological Assessment, East River Waterfront Esplanade and Piers Inboard Resources North of Brooklyn Bridge

Project area is the proposed East River Waterfront Esplanade and Piers Project on a two mile stretch of the East River waterfront. Testing is suggested in potentially sensitive areas in the proposed pavilion locations of the project which will extend 5' below grade.

987

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Historical Perspectives, Inc.

2007

Phase IA Archaeological Assessment, East River Waterfront Esplanade and Piers Inboard Resources Whitehall St. to North of Brooklyn Bridge

Project area is the proposed East River Waterfront Esplanade and Piers Project on a two mile stretch of the East River waterfront. Monitoring is recommended on the site of the proposed pavilion and South Street reconstruction areas are considered potentially sensitive and will require excavation of more than 5' below grade. In areas of deep impact (i.e. the new portal for the Battery Park Underpass) testing prior to construction is suggested.

988

M

Historical Perspectives, Inc.

2007

Phase IA Archaeological Documentary Study, 240-244 West Broadway, Block 190, Lot 44, NY, NY

Project area at 240-244 West Broadway regarding the construction of a new residential building on the site. The area is considered potentially sensitive for archaeological findings and further testing is recommended.

989

M

Allee King Rosen & Fleming, Inc.

2007

Phase IA Archaeological Documentary Study, East River Waterfront Access Project, Peck Slip between Pearl and South Sts; Water St. between Beekman and Dover Sts; Front St. between Peck Slip and Dover St.

Project in portions of the streetbeds in the South Street Seaport area. Landfill from the 19th century renovation of these streets has the potential for remains including docks and piers. The remnants of 18th-century warehouses may also exist. Testing is recommended in all areas not modified by utilities. Detailed maps and color photographs included.

990

M

Allee King Rosen & Fleming, Inc.

2007

Phase IA Archaeological Documentary Study, NYU Cogeneration Facility Upgrade & Expansion

Project area located next to Warren Weaver Hall, a New York University building in the Washington Square area on Mercer Street between West 3rd and West 4th Streets. The surrounding area underwent significant changes after its initial development in the early 19th century, and the construction of Warren Weaver Hall disturbed much of the underground area. However, there was potential that wells, cisterns or privies from the mid-19th century were undisturbed. Archaeological monitoring was recommended. Various maps included.

991

M

Stone, Linda

2007

Report on Archaeological Testing and Monitoring of Seven Locations of Planned Electrical Poles For a Waterfall Art Installation on Governors Island, NY, NY; LPC Docket 07-7004

Project involving 5 post holes located on the northern shore of Governors Island. Archaeological excavation and testing indicated that the soil was fill, deposited around the turn of the twentieth century. No further testing is recommended.

995

M

Historical Perspectives, Inc.

2007

Phase IA Archaeological Documentary Study, LMDC Fulton St. Redevelopment Project, Street Improvements Gold St. Addition

Project area is the Gold Street Addition on Gold Street between Beekman and Spruce Streets. The site is considered disturbed at up to 3' below grade. If the project were to impact the site in porentially sensitive areas at three or more feet below grade, archaeololgical field testing would be recommended.

996

M

Historical Perspectives, Inc.

2007

Phase IA Archaeological Documentary Study, LMDC Fulton St. Redevelopment Project, Street Improvements, Pearl St. Playground

Project area is The Pearl Street Playground: a triangularly shaped block that was formerly part of rectangular Block 95. The site has little potential for precontact archaeological resources though it may contain historical resources. When the playground's plans are finalized, if the design were to impact potentially sensitive areas, archaeological field testing would be recommended.

998

M

Historical Perspectives, Inc.

2007

Stage IB Archaeological Field Survey, 240-244 West Broadway, B190 L44, Manhattan, NY

Project area at 240-244 West Broadway regarding the construction of a new residential building on the site. The site is largely disturbed and thus no further testing is recommended.

999

M

URS Corporation

2007

Stage 1a Archaeological Assessment for the 37th St. Ventilation Facility. MTA/LIRR Manhattan East Side Access Project. For: AKRF, Inc.. MTA, SEQRA-M.

Project at 37th Street and Park Avenue in Manhattan. Robert Murray built an estate here in the mid 17th Century, and it played a key role in the Battle of New York during the Revolutionary War. Remains from the estate may be intact, so archaeological monitoring of construction is recommended.

1001

M

Historical Perspectives, Inc.

2007

East River Waterfront Esplanade and Piers LMDC / 106M; Monitoring Protocol and Unanticipated Discovery Plan for the Geotechnical Investigations of Marginal Road area Between Pike Street and Rutgers Slip: Cultural Resources

Project area is the East River Waterfront Esplanade and Piers Project located on the East River waterfront and spanning a two mile stretch. The site is to undergo a series of tests to determine the potential for archaeological sensitivity. In the event that archaeological remains are discovered, a set of guidelines is in place to preserve the integrity of the findings.

1007

M

Chrysalis Archaeological Consultants, Inc.

2007

Phase IB Cultural Resource Monitoring of the Infrastructural Improvements at the Dyckman Farmhouse Property - New York, NY; Contract Number MG6-07M

Project concerns The Dyckman Farmhouse at West 240th Street and Broadway. Though the house dates to 1784, the site has been disturbed. As undisturbed artifacts may still exist on the site, it is recommended that future undertakings in undisturbed areas are appropriately monitored.