Archaeology Reports Database

1699

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Commonwealth Heritage Group, Inc

2016

Queens Plaza Residential Development Project Archaeological Monitoring at the Site of the Van Alst Family Cemetery, Long Island City, New York

Archaeological monitoring determined that the site was disturbed and no further work was recommended.

1722

Q

Arnold Pickman

1995

Archaeological Documentary Study, Reconstruction of Newtown Playground, 56th Avenue and 92nd Street, Elmhurst, Queens

Project area once included the Newtown Town Burial Ground and the site still has the potential to contain graves.

1739

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Historical Perspectives, Inc

2017

Final Phase IA Archaeological Documentary Study for Astoria Park Proposed Sanitary Sewer, Astoria, Queens County, New York

Archaeological documentary study determined that the site unlikely to contain significant archaeological resources.

1745

Q

Joan Geismar, LLC

2016

Memorandum about the Thorne/Wilkins/Willets Cemetery, Fort Totten, Queens

Overview of the history of the site.

1769

Q

Joan Geismar, PhD LLC

2017

Astoria Park 1A Archaeological Assessment (Block 898, Lot 1 in Part and Portions of the Adjacent Public Way), Astoria, Queens

Documentary study determined that park is unlikely to contain significant intact archaeological resources but recommended that an archaeologist evaluate any inground work in the area of a 19th century mansion on the north end of the park and that there be an unanticipated discovery plan in case anything is found during construction.

1823

Q

Historical Perspectives Inc.

2018

Addendum Phase IA Archaeological Documentary Study Downtown Far Rockaway Urban Design and Streetscape Reconstruction, Far Rockaway, NY

Archaeological assessment that determined that project is unlikely to impact archaeological resources.

1847

Q

Chrysalis Archaeological Consultants

2019

Phase IB Archaeological Field Testing and Monitoring for the Reconstruction of the Paths and Plantings of the Upper Lawn Area of Newtown Playground Project, Queens, New York

Archaeological testing uncovered human remain fragments likely associated with the New Town Burial Ground.

1855

Q

Richard Grubb & Associates

2019

Phase IA Archaeological Survey for the LaGuardia Airport Access Improvement Project, Queens, New York

Archaeological documentary study that details history of entire APE and includes history of LaGuardia airport, 1939 and 1964 World's Fair. Determined APE has low archaeological sensitivity.

1862

Q

Chrysalis Archaeological Consultants

2019

Phase IB Archaeological Monitoring for the Furnishing and Installing Four Inch Telecommunications Ducts, Associated Pull Boxes and Building Penetration at Various Parks and Recreation Facilities, Fort Totten, Queens, New York

Archaeological monitoring did not uncover any significant archaeological resources.

1866

Q

Richard Grubb & Associates

2019

Addendum Phase IA Archaeological Survey for the LaGuardia Access Improvement Project, Queens, New York

Archaeological documentary study which determined that the proposed Tully bus site is unlikely to contain significant archaeological resources.

1872

Q

Joan Geismar, PhD, LLC

2016

Reconstruction of the Gazebo and the Construction of Asphalt Pathways in Rufus King Park, Borough of Queens Archaeological Monitoring and Testing

Archaeological monitoring uncovered late 19th and early 20th century archaeological features and artifacts.

1875

Q

Historical Perspectives, Inc

2019

Phase IA Archaeological Documentary Study for the 225th Street Infrastructure Improvements, Queens County, New York

Archaeological monitoring recommended to address potential for project to impact Indigenous Peoples resources and Historical resources

1878

Q

AECOM

2020

Phase IB Archaeological Survey for Contract QBT-ES-DES, Contract C547SP: Shaft 17B Site, Sunnyside, New York

Archaeological testing determined that further archaeology is not needed for the site preparation work.

1879

Q

Richard Grubb & Associates

2020

Second Addendum to the Phase IA Archaeological Assessment for the Proposed Drainage Facilities, LaGuardia Airport Access Improvement Project, Queens, New York

Archaeological review of new project area determined area unlikely to contain potentially significant archaeological resources that may be impacted by the project.

1881

Q

Jean Howsen, NV5, Inc

2020

Archaeological Documentary Study of Michaelis-Bayswater Park, 702 Bay 32nd St, Queens, New York

Archaeological review determined that the site was unlikely to contain archaeological resources due to extensive site disturbance.

1882

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Richard Grubb & Associates

2020

LaGuardia Airport Access Improvement Project Section 106 Revised APE and Combined Phase IA and Historic Architecture Addendum, LIRR Track Work

Archaeological addendum that determined that new archaeological APE was unlikely to contain significant archaeological resources due to extensive disturbance.

1886

Q

Chrysalis Archaeological Consultants, Inc

2020

Phase IB Archaeological Monitoring of the Reconstruction of the Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning System at the King Manor House, Rufus King Park, Jamaica, Queens

Archaeological monitoring of work adjacent to Rufus King Manor. No significant resources revealed

1893

Q

Chrysalis Archaeological Consultants, Inc

2020

Phase IB Archaeological Monitoring of The Reconstruction of the Olde Towne of Flushing Burial Ground (aka Martin’s Field), located on 46th Avenue between 164th Street and 165th Street, Borough of Queens, Queens County, New York (Contract Number: Q017-118M)

Archaeology was completed for project area and did not uncover any significant archaeological resources.

1899

Q

Panamerican Consultants

2020

Near Shore Remote Sensing Survey in Connection with the East Rockaway Inlet to Rockaway Inlet and Jamaica Bay Integrated Hurricane Sandy General Reevaluation Report, New York

Survey work completed to assess the potential for the proposed project to impact potenitally significant archaeological resources. Did document several anomolies.

1900

Q

Panamerican Consultants

2020

National Register of Historic Places Eligibility Evaluation of Groins in Connection with the East Rockaway Inlet to Rockaway
Inlet and Jamaica Bay Integrated Hurricane Sandy General Reevaluation Report,
New York

Review of project area to determine eligibility of existing resources.

1903

Q

AKRF, Inc.

2021

Open Air Pavilion and Kids Culture Garden at the Queens Botanical Garden 43-50 Main Street (Block 5107, Lot 200): Phase 1A Archaeological Documentary Study

Archaeological study concluded that the site has low potential for archaeological resources and did not recommend any further archaeology.

1909

Q

David C. Berg, M.A.; J. Lee Cox, M.A., RPA; Paul W. Gates, M.A., M.S., RPA; Cherilyn A. Gilligan, M.A.; and Christopher R. Sabick, M.A.

2021

Near Shore Remote Sensing Survey of the Arverne and Edgemere Areas East Rockaway Inlet and Jamaica Bay Integrated Hurricane Sandy General Reevaluation Report, New York, Contract No. W912DS-18-D-0007, Order No. W912DS-20-F-0093

Remote sensing survey that recommends the avoidance of seventeen areas that may contaon potentially siginificant archaeological resources.

900_A

Q

Bergoffen, Celia J.

2006

Downtown Jamaica Redevelopment Plan, CEQR 05DCP081Q, Archaeological Assessment Report, Phase Ia

Report on the 356 block Downtown Jamaica Redevelopment Area spanning the Jamaica, South Jamaica, Hollis, and St. Albans neighborhoods of Queens. Based on historical maps, 26 sites within this redevelopment area were identified as potentially historically significant. This 2 volume study examines the history, prehistory, and environmental context of Jamaica to determine which of those areas have the highest potential to yield significant materials and would therefore merit archaeological excavations. Archaeological testing is recommended for 17 of the 26 sites.

900_B

Q

Bergoffen, Celia J.

2006

Downtown Jamaica Redevelopment Plan, CEQR 05DCP081Q, Archaeological Assessment Report, Phase Ia

Report on the 356 block Downtown Jamaica Redevelopment Area spanning the Jamaica, South Jamaica, Hollis, and St. Albans neighborhoods of Queens. Based on historical maps, 26 sites within this redevelopment area were identified as potentially historically significant. This 2 volume study examines the history, prehistory, and environmental context of Jamaica to determine which of those areas have the highest potential to yield significant materials and would therefore merit archaeological excavations. Archaeological testing is recommended for 17 of the 26 sites.

1918

Q

Linda Stone

2021

Report on Archaeological Work in Support of Rufus King Park Entrance Construction and Fence Reconstruction, Queens, New York

Archaeological work related to construction did not uncover any significant archaeological resources- although portions of the site are archaeologically sensitive.

1936

Q

AKRF, Inc

2022

Phase 1A Archaeological Documentary Study for the Reconstruction of the Tide Gate Bridge Over Flushing
Creek and Reconstruction of Tide Gates and Sluice
Gates
Block 2018, Lot 1
FLUSHING MEADOWS CORONA PARK, FLUSHING, QUEENS COUNTY, NEW
YORK
Phase 1A Archaeological Documentary Study Reconstruction of the Tide Gate Bridge Over Flushing
Creek and Reconstruction of Tide Gates and Sluice
Gates
Block 2018, Lot 1
FLUSHING MEADOWS CORONA PARK, FLUSHING, QUEENS COUNTY, NEW
YORK
Phase 1A Archaeological Documentary Study for the Reconstruction of the Tide Gate Bridge Over Flushing
Creek and Reconstruction of Tide Gates and Sluice
Gates
Block 2018, Lot 1, Flushing Meadows Corona Park, Flushing, New York

This study determined that the project area is unlikley to contain significant archaeological resources and, therefore, there are no further concerns.

143

R

Historical Perspectives, Inc.

2008

Phase IB Field Investigation, Meredith Ave. Bus Depot Project Site, B 2810, L91, SI, NY; NYSOPRHP 08PR05262

Summary of field investigations at the Meredith Avenue Bus Depot Project site located on Meredith Avenue between West Street and the Arthur Kill. Seven 19th century features found including a domestic refuse deposit. Current project plans will not impact any features, however if plans are altered, Phase II testing is recommended.

633

R

Greenhouse Consultants, Inc.

1989

Phase IA Archaeological/Historical Sensitivity Evaluation Of The Proposed Rose, Pond And Lions Gardens And Phase IB Archaeological Survey Of The Rose And Lions Gardens, Staten Island Botanical Gardens, Richmond County, New York. (William I Roberts IV)

Report on archaeological investigation of a portion of the Snug Harbor Cultural Center in the New Brighton section. Excavation uncovered a fieldstone wall that likely dates to the early 20th century. The rest of the area has been disturbed by modern development activities. Incorporation of the wall into the proposed project is recommended. No further excavation is necessary.

634

R

Greenhouse Consultants, Inc.

1989

Phase IA Historical/Archaeological Sensitivity Evaluation Of The St. George Railyard Project, Staten Island, New York. CEQR 86-163R (Revised from May 14, 1987) [Multiple authors]

Report on proposed development of the St. George Railyard on the northeast coast of Staten Island, slightly northwest of the Staten Island Ferry Plaza. The project area consists mostly of late 19th century landfill built for the Staten Island Rapid Transit Company's railyards and on which were developed an amusement area and electricity station. The portion of land not landfilled once held early 19th century bath houses, among other structures. The historic period resources do not warrant further investigation. There is potential for the recovery of Indigenous Peoples resources.

635

R

Greenhouse Consultants, Inc.

1989

Phase IA Historical/Archaeological Sensitivity Evaluation Of The Totten Village Development, Staten Island, New York. For: George M. Raymond Associates, Inc. CEQR 88-198R [Multiple authors]

Research and results of a study on the historic and pre-historic archaeological sensitivity of areas within Tottenville, Staten Island. Study undertaken due to the proposed Totten Village Development Project. It was found that the site is pre-historically sensitive due to its topographical similarities to surrounding known pre-historic sites within a 2 mile radius of the project area. The project area may have been a temporary or seasonal fishing camp. From the 19th century on, the area was relatively undisturbed and used only as farmland and therfore is not believed to be archaeologically sensitive within the historic period. It is reccommended that archaeological testing be done to assess presence of Indigenous Peoples occupation.

636

R

Greenhouse Consultants, Inc.

1989

Phase IA Historical/Archaeological Sensitivity Evaluation Of The Victory Estates Development, Staten Island, New York. For: MWWW Realty Corporation. CEQR 88-289R aka 91-150R [Multiple authors]

Report about the potential archaeologically sensitivity of the Victory Estate Development project area in the Village of Travis, Staten Island, New York. The area is prehistorically archaeologically significant due to its shared topographical features with 9 known prehistoric sites within a 2 miles radius of the project area. It is believed that the project area may have been in use or occupation during the Woodland and Archaic periods. The site is also historically archaeologically significant. A house within the project site was involved in a Revolutionary War military engagement in 1777. It may be likely that there are both prehistoric and revolutionary burials within the project area as well, therefore archaeological testing is recommended.

637

R

Greenhouse Consultants, Inc.

1989

Phase IB Archaeological Survey Of The Forest/Richmond Shopping Plaza, Staten Island, New York. For: Keypac Collaborative. CEQR 86-096R [Multiple authors]

Report summarizing archaeological shovel tests in the northern portion of the Forest/Richmond Shopping Plaza project area which determined that area is not prehistorically or historically archaeologically sensitive. No further tests recommended.

638

R

Greenhouse Consultants, Inc.

1989

Phase IB Archaeological Survey Of The Maguire Estates Development Project, Staten Island, New York. For: Vollmuth & Brush. (March 1989) CEQR 88-151R [Multiple authors]

Report summarizing the archaeological testing completed at the Maguire Estates Development Project area in western Staten Island, New York. No significant historic resources were found. No further testing recommended.

639

R

Greenhouse Consultants, Inc.

1990

Stage 1B Archaeological Survey Of The Oakwood Beach Water Pollution Control Plant Expansion Project, Borough of Staten Island, New York City, Richmond County, New York. For: Stone and Webster Engineering Corporation. (Sludge-GEIS) [Multiple authors]

This report summarizes archaeological testing in Richmond County, Staten Island, New York. No potentially significant cultural resources were found in Trench 1 Additional archaeological testing is recommended if the project excavation will be deeper than 7 feet as prehistoric resources may be encountered.

640

R

Greenhouse Consultants, Inc.

1991

Archaeological and Historical Sensitivity Evaluation of The Richmond Road Retail Stores Project Area, Staten Island, New York. For: Keypack Collaborative, Inc. (Revised April 1992) CEQR 91-191R (William I. Roberts)

Report summerizing the archaeological sensitivity of the project area for the Richmond Road Retail Stores located in Dongan Hills, S.I. between Richmond Road, Four Corners Road and Todt Hill Road. Both documentary research and a pedestrian survey undertaken. There is little potential for preserved prehistoric or historic archaeological evidence. Archaeological testing not recommended.

641

R

Greenhouse Consultants, Inc.

1993

Stage 1A Archaeological/Historical Sensitivity Evaluation Of The Joline Avenue Residences Project, Staten Island, New York. For: D & L Properties, Inc. CEQR 93-DCP-0027R [Multiple authors]

This report summarizes the archaeological sensitivity of the Joline Avenue Residences Project located in Southwest, Staten Island on Joline Avenue, Southeast of the village of Tottenville. The area was found to be both prehistorically and historically sensitive. It is recommended that archaeological shovel testing be undertaken on the southern third of the project area.

642

R

Greenhouse Consultants, Inc.

1994

Stage 1A Archaeological/Historical Sensitivity Evaluation of The Richmond And Independence Avenues Project, Borough of Richmond, New York. For: Land Planning And Engineering Consultants, P.C. CEQR #85-335R. [Multiple authors]

Sensitivity evaluation of the Richmond and Independence Avenues Project site located in western Staten Island in the vicinity of Greenridge. Area determined to be prehistorically sensitive. Archaeological testing is recommended prior to construction activities.

643

R

Greenhouse Consultants, Inc.

1994

Stage 1B Archaeological Survey of The Joline Avenue Residences Development, Staten Island, New York. For: D & L Properties, Inc. CEQR 93-DCP-027R [Multiple authors]

Report on the archaeological testing at the Joline Avenue Residences project area located on Joline Avenue. Surface and shovel testing employed. No prehistoric artifacts found, some historic artifacts found. No further archaeological work recommended.

644

R

Greenhouse Consultants, Inc.

1994

Stage IB Archaeological Survey of the Richmond and Independence Avenues Project Borough of Richmond, New York. For: The Evans Company. CEQR #85-335R. [Multiple authors]

Report on proposed development northwest of the Prince's Bay Station in southwestern Staten Island. The area is known to have Indigenous Peoples sites. In the 20th century, an ice house was built on the property next to an ice pond. Archaeological testing for prehistoric archaeological resources and the ice house foundation is recommended.

645

R

Greenhouse Consultants, Inc.

1995

Stage 1A Archaeological/Historical Sensitivity Study of the Nathan Court Development Staten Island, New York. For: Mr. Nathan Spells CEQR No. 95-DEP215R. [Multiple authors]

Report on the archaeological sensitivity of the Nathan Court Development Site located in southwest Staten Island, northwest of Prince's Bay Station. The site was found to be both prehistorically and historically sensitive. Archaeological testing in the eastern third, and in the vicinity of the former icehouse is recommended prior to construction.

646

R

Greenhouse Consultants, Inc.

1995

Stage 1B Archaeological Survey of the Manee Avenue Project Staten Island, New York. For: Hastings Development Corporation. CEQR #95DEP214R. [Multiple authors]

Report on archaeological testing conducted in Staten Island between Manee Ave and Woodvale Ave. Previous research suggested that prehistoric deposits would likely be found within the project area. While a few artifacts were recovered, including a prehistoric chert flake, researchers conclude that not enough material was found for the site to be considered archaeologically significant; no further archaeological testing is recommended.

647

R

Greenhouse Consultants, Inc.

1995

Stage IB Archaeological Survey of the Nathan Court Development Staten Island, New York. For: Mr. Nathan Spells. CEQR No. 95DEP215R. [Multiple authors]

Report on archaeological investigation northwest of the Prince's Bay Station in southwestern Staten Island. Previous research recommended testing for prehistoric archaeological resources and a 20th century ice house foundation. No Indigenous Peoples artifacts were recovered during excavation; part of the ice house foundation was uncovered, but the whole project area was largely disturbed by land clearing and filling. No further testing is recommended.

648

R

Greenhouse Consultants, Inc.

1995

Stage 1A Archaeological Archaeological/Historical Sensitivity Evaluation of the Manee Avenue Project Staten Island, New York. For: Hastings Development Corporation. CEQR #95DEP214R. [Multiple authors]

Report on proposed construction on Manee Avenue south of the Staten Island Railway. Many Indigenous Peoples sites have been found near the project area. The only historic period activity on the property is the mid-20th century construction of a house, garage, and stable. Testing for prehistoric archaeological resources on the portions of the property not affected by 20th century construction is recommended.

649

R

Greenhouse Consultants, Inc.

1995

Stage 1A Archaeological / Historical Sensitivity Evaluation of The 3295 Amboy Road Project. CEQR 91-092R

Report on proposed construction at 3295 Amboy Road in south-central Staten Island. The site may have the potential to contain Indigenous Peoples resources. It is also possible that archaeological resources associated with the late 19th century occupation by the Cole family may be found. Archaeological excavation of the property is recommended.

650

R

Greenhouse Consultants, Inc.

1995

Phase I Archaeological / Historical Sensitivity Evaluation of The Proposed Residence at 792 Todt Hill Road. CEQR 95DEP222R

Report on archaeological excavation at 792 Todt Hill Road in Todt Hill. The excavation produced no prehistoric archaeological resources and a small collection of 20th century artifacts. The site is not considered archaeologically significant and no further testing is recommended.

651

R

Greenhouse Consultants, Inc.

1996

Stage 1A Archaeological /Historical Sensitivity Evaluation of the 960 Richmond Ave. Project. [B 1704 L 56 only no ay concerns] CEQR-R

Report on proposed development of 960 Richmond Avenue in Graniteville. A late 19th century house and barn on the property were joined in the early 20th century by an additional house and a barn extension. Ownership of the property frequently changed hands and the structures were demolished by 1937. No archaeological testing is recommended.

652

R

John Milner Associates, Inc.

2004

Phase IB Archeological Survey, Proposed Tuscan Garden and Vineyards (Vicinity of Building P) Snug Harbor Cultural Center, SI, NY

Report on archaeological investigation of a portion of the Snug Harbor Cultural Center in the New Brighton section. Excavation uncovered a fieldstone wall that likely dates to the early 20th century. The rest of the area has been disturbed by modern development activities. Incorporation of the wall into the proposed project is recommended. No further excavation is necessary.

663

R

Archaeological Research Consultants, Inc.

1982

Cultural Resource Sensitivity Study, Sharrott Estates Archaeological Project, Sandy Ground National Register District. Staten Island, New York. For: Woodrose Associates. [Multiple authors]

Report on proposed construction in the Sandy Ground National Register district in southwest Staten Island. Sandy Ground is an important 19th century free Black neighborhood well-known for oystering. The late 19th century homesteads of several families of both African and European ancestry (including Alfred Cutting, R. Landin, J. Henry, Isaac Harris, Joseph Post, and William Sharrott) will be affected by the project area. However, researchers recommend further testing only on the Cutting farm and the Sharrott home. Research and testing also suggest possible occupation by Indigenous Peoples and further testing is recommended.

664

R

Archaeological Research Consultants, Inc.

1985

Sharrott Estates Archaeological Project: Report On Mitigation Procedures In The Sandy Ground National Register District. Staten Island, New York. For: Woodrose Associates. [Multiple authors]

Report on archaeological investigation of a 35 acre proposed construction area in the Sandy Ground National Register district in southwest Staten Island. Sandy Ground is an important late 19th and 20th century neighborhood of free black, English, Irish, German, and Huguenot farmers and oysterfolk. Archaeological research documented the homesteads of five families: the waiter Joseph H. Post of African ancestry, the English butcher W.B. Sharrott, the farmers Alfred Cutting and Robert Cutting of European ancestry, and the cosmopolitan black Jack-of-all-trades Isaac Harris, as well as one Indigenous Peoples hunting camp. The report contains an extensive and detailed discussion of the history, architecture, and results of the archaeological excavation of this historic community.

666

R

Boesch, Eugene J.

1994

Stage IA Archaeological Investigation of the Y.M.C.A. Staten Island Project Area, Borough of Richmond, New York. For: Rampulla Associates Architects. CEQR 94-BSA052R.

Report on the archaeological investigation of a proposed construction at 3939 Richmond Avenue southeast of the Amboy Road intersection. Research shows the area is adjacent to documented Indigenous Peoples sites. Research also indicates that the project site was likely the former location of the mid-late 19th century Journeay residence and/or the late 19th-early 20th century Barrett residence. Testing of the project area for archaeological resources is recommended.