Archaeology Reports Database

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Dr. Joan Geimsar, LLC

2020

Fairview Park Charleston, Staten Island, New York Archaeological Mitigation Report

Archaeological monitoring completed for filling of significant archaeological features to ensure site safety. Recommend archaeological issues be considered for any future work in area.

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Historical Perspectives, Inc

2018

Phase IA Archaeological Documentary Study Cole Street Development Blocks 7558, 7562, 7564, and 7566, Staten Island, NY

Archaeological study concluded that the site has the potential to contain precontact and 19th century resources.

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Historical Perspectives, Inc

2019

Phase IB Archaeological Field Investigation Cole Street Development Block 7558, 7562, 7564, and 7566, Staten Island, NY

Archaeological testing determined that the site had been extensively disturbed and did not recommend any further archaeology.

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AKRF, Inc.

2012

Memorandum Summarizing Preliminary Archaeological Consultation Efforts, Silver Lake Cemetery Restoration, Staten Island, New York

Archaeological study of the burial organization at Silver Lake Cemetery

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Panamerican Consultants, Inc./USACE

2008

Recordation of Six Vessels in Connection with the NY, NJ Harbor Navigation Study, Upper and Lower Bay NY, NJ. Vol. I and 2.

Report summarizing the archaeological recordation of six historic wooden watercraft found in and along the shores of the Kill Van Kull waterway, north of Staten Island. Vessels date from the early to mid 20th century and include a dredge, two floating dry docks, four-masted schooner, menhaden fishing trawler, and a composite-hulled vessel.

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Panamerican Consultants, Inc./USACE

2008

Recordation of Six Vessels in Connection with the NY, NJ Harbor Navigation Study, Upper and Lower Bay NY, NJ. Vol. I and 2.

Report summarizing the archaeological recordation of six historic wooden watercraft found in and along the shores of the Kill Van Kull waterway, north of Staten Island. Vessels date from the early to mid 20th century and include a dredge, two floating dry docks, four-masted schooner, menhaden fishing trawler, and a composite-hulled vessel.

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Louis Berger & Associates, The Cultural Resource Group, & Lookwood, Kessler & Bartlett, Inc.

1990

The VanDeventer-Fountain House Site Ca. 1786 to 1901 Staten Island, New York. Volume 1 and II. For: Department of the Navy, Northern Division, Naval Facilities Engineering Command.

Report on a Phase III archaeological investigation of the VanDeventer-Fountain House site on the Naval Station Staten Island property. The property was occupied by the wealthy VanDeventer family from 1759-1881 and was sold in 1901 to the U.S. Army who demolished it in 1908 to accommodate Fort Wadsworth. The report raises various research questions relevant to the site, including its transition from farmstead to suburban villa, as well as a detailed history of its occupants. Prehistoric archaeological resources were also identified during excavation but were not extensive enough to contribute to larger research questions. The site is considered potentially eligible for listing on the National Register of Historic Places.

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Louis Berger & Associates, The Cultural Resource Group, & Lookwood, Kessler & Bartlett, Inc.

1990

The VanDeventer-Fountain House Site Ca. 1786 to 1901 Staten Island, New York. Volume 1 and II. For: Department of the Navy, Northern Division, Naval Facilities Engineering Command.

Report on a Phase III archaeological investigation of the VanDeventer-Fountain House site on the Naval Station Staten Island property. The property was occupied by the wealthy VanDeventer family from 1759-1881 and was sold in 1901 to the U.S. Army who demolished it in 1908 to accommodate Fort Wadsworth. The report raises various research questions relevant to the site, including its transition from farmstead to suburban villa, as well as a detailed history of its occupants. Prehistoric archaeological resources were also identified during excavation but were not extensive enough to contribute to larger research questions. The site is considered potentially eligible for listing on the National Register of Historic Places.

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Chrysalis Archaeological Consultants

2021

Phase IA Addendum
Waunner Street, 3044 Veterans Road West (3040 & 3050 Victory Boulevard West), Block 7487, Lot 240, Charleston, Richmond County, Staten Island, New York

Documentary study notes significant Indigenous Peoples sites within the vicinity but that project site may have been heavily disturbed. Recommend borings to test site's potential.

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AKRF. Inc

2021

Phase IA Archaeological Documentary Study for the Port Mobil Redevelopment Block 7247, Lot 1 and Block 7207, Lot 60, Charleston, Staten Island, New York

Study recommends archaeological testing as the site has the potential to contain historic and prehistoric resources.

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Historical Perspectives INC.

2016

Phase IB Archaeological Investigation New York City Department of Environmental Protection Wards Point Infrastructure Improvements Amboy Road from Wards Point Avenue to U.S. Pierhead and Bulkhead Line Staten Island, Richmond County, New York

Project site section of showing the concrete drainage culvert or swale.

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Public Archaeology Laboratory

2014

Phase 3 Archaeological Data Recovery Old Place Neck Site Goethals Bridge HDD Workspace Staten Island, Richmond County, New York

Overview map showing the various locations of the NJ-NY Project

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Historical Perspectives INC.

2014

Phase IA Archaeological Documentary Study Proposed Fingerboard Road Development 239 Fingerboard Road; Block 3019, Lot 120 Staten Island, Richmond County, New York

Proposed improvments to the former Mount Manresa Jesuit Retreat House campus.

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Hartgen

2013

Phase IA Archaeological Sensitivity Assessment Bloomingdale Road Reconstruction Project

to conduct a Phase I archaeological investigation for the proposed reconstruction project.

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Architectural Preservation Consultants

1980

Historic Structure Report: The Bartow-Pell Stable.

Project at the Bartow-Pell Mansion Museum on Shore Road in Pelham Bay Park, Bronx. The report documents the architectural properties and history of the Bartow-Pell Stable built in the mid-19th century. Copies of historical illustrations and plans of the stable and mansion are included.

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Bankoff, Arthur H. & Frederick A. Winter

1991

Van Cortlandt House Excavation, Brooklyn College 1990 & 1991.

Project on the Frederick and Frances Jay Van Cortlandt House in Van Cortlandt Park, Bronx. Excavations revealed a substantial number of artifacts from the 17th- 19th century, a prehistoric shell midden dating to the Late Woodland period, as well as a structure underneath the modern Herb Garden that could pre-date the mansion. Further excavation was recommended to identify the Herb Garden structure and other possible buildings associated with the estate.

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Bankoff, Arthur, Frederick A. Winter & Christopher Ricciardi

1992

Archaeological Excavations at Van Cortlandt Park, the Bronx, 1990-1992.

Summary of three years of excavations at the Van Cortlandt Mansion in Van Cortlandt Park, Bronx. The report reviews the researchers' findings including an intact prehistoric shell midden and two large deposits of 17th-19th century artifacts with an overview of the historical context for these finds.

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Boesch, Eugene J.& Arnold Pickman

1986

Hostos College Archaeological Borings. Submitted to: Sanchez and Figueroa, Architects.

The report details archeological testing conducted on two lots in area surrounding Hostos College bounded by the East 149th Street, East 144th street, Anthony J. Griffin, and Walton Avenue . Testing revealed that the lots had been disturbed by recent constructions and no historically significant objects were recovered. No further archaeological testing is recommended.

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City/Scape, Cultural Resource Consultants

1990

Stage IA Revised Cultural Resources Report For Chapel Farm II, Riverdale, New York. (June 1990) CEQR 85325X (Cultural Interpretations)

Project on the Chapel Farm II site between Fieldston Road, 253 Street, 250 Street and Iselin Avenue in Riverdale, Bronx. This report, prepared to asses the potential for archaeological sites, summarizes the history and prehistory of this area of Riverdale. The researchers conclude that the project area has a high potential for prehistoric and 19th century sites and archaeological testing is recommended.

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City/Scape, Cultural Resource Consultants

1993

Cultural Resource Investigation Stage 2 and Quarry Investigation Survey. For: Chapel Farm II, Riverdale, New York. (March 1993) CEQR 85-325X (Cultural Resource Consultants and Historical Perspectives, Inc.; Philip LaPorta)

Project on the proposed site of the Chapel Farm Estate bounded by Fieldston Road, 253 Street, 250 Street and Iselin Avenue in Riverdale, Bronx. The report details archaeological testing and research conducted on the project area that revealed a prehistoric quartz quarry and workshop- the first site of its kind in New York State. Further archaeological research is recommended to better understand this quarry site and the role it may have played in the prehistory of Riverdale.

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City/Scape, Cultural Resource Consultants

2001

Stage 1A Literature Review and Sensitivity Analysis, Little Sisters of the Poor (Block 5452 [lot 90]), 142 Hollywood Avenue, Borough of the Bronx, Bronx County, New York. 00DCP059x

Project at the former site of the Convent of the Little Sisters of the Poor at 142 Hollywood Avenue in Throgs Neck, Bronx. The report examines the history of the site and the surrounding area in order to determine the site's potential to yield archeologically significant deposits. Researchers conclude that while it is unlikely that there will be any significant historical material the project area has a high potential to yield prehistoric deposits. Therefore archaeological excavations are recommended.

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DeCarlo, Valerie

1985

Riverdale Park Archaeological Project Draft Report: Documentary Research & Field Strategy. For: New York City Department of Cultural Affairs and New York City Department of Parks and Recreation. NCEQR

Project at Riverdale Park bounded by 254th Street, 232rd Street and Palisade Avenue in Riverdale, Bronx. This preliminary report examines the history of the area and the local environment beginning with the Archaic prehistoric period. It is concluded that the site has a high potential to yeild historic and prehistoric deposits including the remnants of an 19th century lime kiln and 19th century dwellings. Further archaeological testing is recommended and the suggested excavation methods are outlined.

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Energy & Environmental Analysts, Inc.

1981

Cultural Resources Inventory, South Bronx - Oak Point Link Environmental Assessment, Technical Support Document No. 3. For: The New York State Department of Transportation Rail Division.

This report examines research conducted on the area between Highbridge Yard and the Harlem River Yard east of the Harlem River in South Bronx. Based on the history of construction in the area, researchers conclude that while it is unlikely future excavations would yield any prehistoric material there is a strong possibility that remnants of late-19th century commercial buildings could be found in the project area, particularly parts of The J. L. Mott Iron Works complex. Archaeological testing is recommended.

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Enviro-Sciences, Inc.

1995

Subsurface Soil Investigation for Police Service Area No. 8 (500 Havermeyer Ave). Bronx Community District #9, Block 3540, Lots 1, 29, and 40. For: New York City Housing Authority. CEQR No. 95CHA002X.

This report reviews subsurface excavations carried on Lots 1, 29, and 40 of Block 3540 in the Bronx, NY. A magnetometer survey was implemented in an effort to locate potential contamination sources within the project area. The survey also employed historical research, trench excavation, and test sampling to historical uses of the site and potential contaminants within the project area. This report reveals information on location of specified excavation trenches and the results of chemical analysis on soil pollutants found within the project area.

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Geismar, Joan H.

1989

Historic And Cultural Resources Of The Sea Breeze Estates Site. City Island, The Bronx. For: Konheim & Ketcham, Inc. CEQR 89-040X

This report examines research conducted on the area between Highbridge Yard and the Harlem River Yard east of the Harlem River in South Bronx. Based on the history of construction in the area, researchers conclude that while it is unlikely future excavations would yield any prehistoric material there is a strong possibility that remnants of late-19th century commercial buildings could be found in the project area, particularly parts of The J. L. Mott Iron Works complex. Archaeological testing is recommended.

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Greenhouse Consultants, Inc.

1988

Stage 1A Archaeological/Historical Sensitivity Study, Castle Hill Development Project, Bronx, New York. For: Ethan Eldon Associates. CEQR 88-042X [Multiple authors]

The Castle Hill Development Project area is bounded by Zerega Avenue, Norton Avenue, Pugsley's Creek, and Castle Hill Park in Castle Hill, Bronx. The report contains a history of Castle Hill (Neck) spanning three generations and concludes that there is a high potential for archaeologically significant deposits in the project area. Archaeological testing is recommended to investigate these potential deposits including the possible remains of a 19th century farmhouse.

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Greenhouse Consultants, Inc.

1989

Stage 1A Archaeological/Historical Sensitivity Study, Longstreet Avenue Rezoning Project, Bronx, New York. CEQR 89-082X [Multiple authors]

The Castle Hill Development Project area is bounded by Zerega Avenue, Norton Avenue, Pugsley's Creek, and Castle Hill Park in Castle Hill, Bronx. The report contains a history of Castle Hill (Neck) spanning three generations and concludes that there is a high potential for archaeologically significant deposits in the project area. Archaeological testing is recommended to investigate these potential deposits including the possible remains of a 19th century farmhouse.

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Greenhouse Consultants, Inc.

1991

Archaeological And Historical Sensitivity Evaluation Of The Benson Street Demapping Project, Westchester Square, The Bronx, New York. For: The RBA Group. CEQR 91-028X (William I. Roberts IV)

The report provides a history of Longstreet Avenue Rezoning Project area in Edgewater Park, Bronx and of Throgs Neck in order to determine the area's potential for historically significant deposits. Researchers conclude that while there is no evidence for historic structures within the project area, there is a high potential for prehistoric deposits, especially shell middens. Archaeological testing is recommended for those areas that show the least amount of modern disturbance and construction.

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Greenhouse Consultants, Inc.

1993

Melrose Commons URA, Bronx, New York, Historical And Archaeological Field Inspection And Documentary Research. For: New York City Department of City Planning. CEQR 88-087X

Project on the Melrose Commons Urban Renewal Area between E. 156th St, East 163rd St, Melrose Ave, Courtlandt Ave, Park Ave, Brook Ave, Third Ave, and St. Ann's Ave in the Bronx. Researchers identified two lots within the project area that could potentially yield historically significant deposits- Lot 6 and Lot 20. Archaeological testing is recommended to determine whether the remains of the residence and brewery that once occupied those lots were in fact preserved.

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Greenhouse Consultants, Inc.

1997

Archaeological Data Recovery Excavation Report Frances Schervier Home and Hospital, 2975 Independence Avenue, Borough of the Bronx, New York. For: Franciscan Health System Of New York, Inc. CEQR 96DCP020X.

Project at the Frances Shervier Home and Hospital in Riverdale, Bronx between Independence Avenue, Henry Hudson Park, Palisade Avenue, West 231st. Report on further archaeological excavations of the previously identified Revolutionary Fort I built in 1776. While researchers were unable to find any archaeological evidence of how the British occupation from 1777-1781 impacted the site, they were able to identify the architectural properties of the Fort including the construction techniques that were used.

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Greenhouse Consultants, Inc.

1997

Archaeological/Historical Sensitivity Evaluation, Washington/Bathgate Urban Renewal Area, Bronx, New York. CEQR 92HPD007X.

Project at the Frances Shervier Home and Hospital in Riverdale, Bronx between Independence Avenue, Henry Hudson Park, Palisade Avenue, West 231st. Report on further archaeological excavations of the previously identified Revolutionary Fort I built in 1776. While researchers were unable to find any archaeological evidence of how the British occupation from 177-1781 impacted the site, they were able to identify the architectural properties of the Fort including the construction techniques that were used.

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Greenhouse Consultants, Inc.

1997

Archaeological Testing Report, Washington Bathgate Urban Renewal Area, Bronx, New York, Blocks 3036 [2035 Washington Ave.] and 3045 [503 E 179th St.]. CEQR 92HPD007X

Project on the Washington/Bathgate Renewal Area in Tremont, Bronx. The report describes archaeological testing conducted on two of three lots that were chosen for testing because of their potential for intact late-19th century deposits. While a brick cistern was found on one of the lots, the artifacts recovered from the deposit were not historically significant. Therefore, no further archaeological testing is recommended.

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Greenhouse Consultants, Inc.

1998

Historical / Archaeological Sensitivity Evaluation, Yeshiva of the Telshe Alumni, Campagna Mansion, Bronx, New York. CEQR 99DCP006X.

Project on the Campagna Mansion for the Yeshiva of the Telshe Alumni between 249th street and Independence Avenue in Riverdale, Bronx. The report examines the extensive prehistory and history of the area including the 17th century arrival of European settlers and the 19th century annexation to New York City following the rapid population growth brought by the new railroad. Archaeological testing is recommended to identify, in particular, prehistoric sites and the remains of 19th century dwellings like the Pyne Russell House.

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Greenhouse Consultants, Inc.

1999

Archaeological Testing Report, Washington/Bathgate Urban Renewal Area, Bronx, New York. Block 3046. CEQR 92HPD007X.

Project on the Washington/Bathgate Renewal Area in Tremont, Bronx. Of the three lots identified by previous research as areas of potential historical significance, this report describes the testing conducted on lot 3040 owned by the Brown family in the late 19th century. A stone cistern was discovered containing artifacts that could provide information about the daily lives of middle class families in Tremont at the turn of the century; further archaeological testing is recommended.

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Greenhouse Consultants, Inc.

2000

Secondary Level Documentary Research Block 2380 Lots 6-8 and Block 2382 Lot 20, Melrose Commons URA, Bronx, New York. For: New York City Department of City Planning. CEQR 88-087X

Project on the Melrose Commons Urban Renewal Area between E. 156th St, East 163rd St, Melrose Ave, Courtlandt Ave, Park Ave, Brook Ave, Third Ave, and St. Ann's Ave in the Bronx. The report examines the project area's potential for archaeologically significant deposits based on the known prehistoric, historic, and architectural sites in the area. Included in the report is a lot by lot description of the deed holders for the properties within the project area beginning with the mid-19th century.

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Greenhouse Consultants, Inc.

2000

Archaeological / Historical Sensitivity Evaluation, Proposed Fish Market Relocation, Hunt’s Point, Bronx, NY. 00DME011X

Project on the Melrose Commons Urban Renewal Area between E. 156th St, East 163rd St, Melrose Ave, Courtlandt Ave, Park Ave, Brook Ave, Third Ave, and St. Ann's Ave in the Bronx. The report examines the project area's potential for archaeologically significant deposits based on the known prehistoric, historic, and architectural sites in the area. Included in the report is a lot by lot description of the deed holders for the properties within the project area beginning with the mid-19th century.

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Greenhouse Consultants, Inc.

2001

Analysis of Soil Borings and Test Trenchs, Proposed Fish Market Relocation, Hunt’s Point, Bronx, New York. 00DME011X

Report on archaeological testing conducted on the Fulton Fish Market Relocation Project area in Hunts Point, Bronx. The testing identified only three areas within the site with the potential to preserve archaeological evidence. Of these three areas, none produced historically significant artifacts. As such, no further archaeological testing is recommended.

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Greenhouse Consultants, Inc.

2002

Archaeological/Historic Sensitivity Evaluation of Proposed City Island Water Mains, Pelham Bay Parkway, Bronx, NY (ER.X)

Project in Pelham Bay Park between Bruckner Boulevard, Pelham Bay Bridge, City Island Road, and City Island Bridge in the Bronx. The report examines the history of the project area beginning with Thomas Pell's purchase of the land from the Siwanoy in 1654 and ending with it's 1888 transformation into a New York City Park. Researchers conclude that, due to the large number of known prehistoric sites in the region and the relative lack of construction and land disturbance after 1888, it is likely that the area would yield archaeologically significant materials. Archaeological testing is therefore recommended.

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Historical Perspectives, Inc.

1985

Bartow-Pell Estate Carriage House Site Archaeological Report. For: The International Garden Club and Beyer Blinder Belle.

Project at the Bartow-Pell Estates in Pelham Bay Park, Bronx. Excavations were centered around the Carriage House in an effort to learn more about the history of the site prior to its purchase by the city in 1888. While the deposits at the site were too disturbed to give any substantial evidence about the site's function and history, archaeologists were able to identify a portion of the driveway previously thought to be a stone wall and the exact parameters of the Carriage House cellar.

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Historical Perspectives, Inc.

1987

Paleo-Environmental Interpretation of the Tibbett Gardens Project Site, Bronx, New York. CEQR 87-164X (Dennis Weiss)

Report on archaeological testing conducted on the area between West 203rd Street, Johnson Ave, and Irwin Ave in the Bronx for the Tibbet Gardens Project. Combining their results with those of previous studies of the project area, researchers were able to reconstruct the prehistoric environment and geography of the area. The reconstruction leads them to assert that the environment of the Tibbet Gardens matched those favored by prehistoric groups in New York.

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Historical Perspectives, Inc.

1987

Phase IA Archaeological Assessment Report for the Tibbett Gardens Project, Bronx, New York. For: Allee King Rosen and Fleming,Inc. CEQR 87-164X [Multiple authors]

Report on archaeological testing conducted on the area between West 203rd Street, Johnson Ave, and Irwin Ave in the Bronx for the Tibbet Gardens Project. Combining their results with those of previous studies of the project area, researchers were able to reconstruct the prehistoric environment and geography of the area. The reconstruction leads them to assert that the environment of the Tibbet Gardens matched those favored by prehistoric groups in New York.

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Historical Perspectives, Inc.

1987

Phase IA Archaeological Assessment Report on the Shorehaven Project, the Bronx, New York. For: Soundview Associates. Draft (Revised 1987 from 1986) CEQR 87-010X [Multiple authors]

Report on the Shorehaven Project located in Clason's Point, Bronx between the East River, Bolton Avenue, Soundview Avenue, Cornell Avenue, and Betts Street. The project area is located nearby several known prehistoric sites and is believed to have been home to the farmstead of Thomas Cornell. The report identifies 6 areas within the site for which archaeological testing is recommended and features a detailed history of each lot within the project area.

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Historical Perspectives, Inc.

1987

Proposal For Phase IB Archaeological Field Testing, Shorehaven Project. For: Soundview Associates, Co. CEQR 87-010X [Multiple authors]

Archaeological testing associated with the proposed development of a large scale residential complex on Clason's Point, Bronx, New York. No significant archaeological resources identified.

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Historical Perspectives, Inc.

1987

Second Level Documentary Study - Phase IA Shorehaven Project New York, New York. For: Soundview Associates, Co. CEQR 87-010X [Multiple authors]

Report on the Shorehaven Project located in Clason's Point, Bronx between the East River, Bolton Avenue, Soundview Avenue, Cornell Avenue, and Betts Street. Because of the site's proximity to previously discovered prehistoric burials and association with the Thomas Cornell Family, the researchers identify 6 lots within the site that would most likely yield historically significant deposits. Archaeological testing is recommended for those lots.

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Historical Perspectives, Inc.

1987

Shorehaven Project, Phase IB Archaeological Fieldwork Report, Fall 1987. For: Soundview Associates Co. CEQR 87-010X [Multiple authors]

Report on the Shorehaven Project located in Clason's Point, Bronx between the East River, Bolton Avenue, Soundview Avenue, Cornell Avenue, and Betts Street. The report details archaeological excavations conducted on 4 areas of the project site that previous research identified as particularly likely to yield historically significant deposits. Researchers did not find any significant evidence of the site's history or prehistory due to the extensive development of the project area over time and do not recommend any further archaeological testing.

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Historical Perspectives, Inc.

1987

Tibbett Gardens Project Site, Bronx, New York, Second Level Study. For: Allee King Rosen & Fleming, Inc. CEQR 87-164X [Multiple authors]

Report on the Tibbett Gardens project in the Kingsbridge, Bronx between West 203rd Street, Johnson Ave, and Irwin Ave. Preliminary archaeological testing was conducted to identify specific areas in which excavation would most likely yield significant deposits. While one area of potential archaeological significance was identified, it was not determined at the time of publication whether further archaeological testing would be necessary.

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Historical Perspectives, Inc.

1988

Archaeological Assessment Report For The Board of Education Project: Finast Site. For: Allee King Rosen and Fleming, Incorporated. CEQR 88-123X (Faline Schneiderman)

Report on the history of the project area bounded by Broadway, 234th Street and Putnam Avenue in Kingsbridge, Bronx. Researchers conclude that the site may still hold evidence of the prehistoric occupation of the western Bronx since construction activity on the lot has been limited; Archaeological testing is recommended.

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Historical Perspectives, Inc.

1988

New York Board of Education, Loring Place Site, Phase IA Archaeological Assessment Report. For: Allee King Rosen & Fleming, Inc. CEQR 88-182X [Multiple authors]

Project at the Bronx Community College Parking Lot on Loring Place between Hall of Fame Terrace and West 183rd Street. Although the project site was a hospital for the chronically ill in the 19th century and subsequently the private home of the Bergen Family for 40 years, the demolition of these structures and the construction of the university parking lot most likely destroyed any of the archaeological evidence. As such, further testing is not recommended.

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Historical Perspectives, Inc.

1989

Phase IA Archaeological Assessment Report For The New York City Department of Correction: Hunt’s Point Correctional Facility, Bronx, New York. For: Parsons Brinckerhoff Quade & Douglas, Inc. CEQR 89-143X [Multiple authors]

Project on the proposed site of the Hunts Point Correctional Facility in Hunts Point, Bronx on the western shore of the Bronx River. The report documents the prehistory and history of the project area to determine the likelihood of archaeological excavations yeilding historically significant deposits. Extensive construction activity and shoreline filling makes it unlikely such deposits would be found, therefore archaeological testing is not recommended.

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Historical Perspectives, Inc.

1990

The City of New York Department of Correction: Oak Point Site. Preliminary Archaeological Review. For: Parsons Brickerhoff Quade & Douglas, Inc. CEQR 90-012X [Multiple authors]

Project on the proposed site of the Oak Point Correctional Facility between East 149th Street, Bruckner Boulevard, Bruckner Expressway, Barry Street and Oak Point Avenue in the Bronx. After examining the history of the site, researchers conclude that the 20th century construction and expansion of the railroad tracks would have destroyed any remaining evidence of both prehistoric activity and any historic residences. It was also determined that the Hussar, a sunken revolutionary warship, thought to be off the coast of the project area was in fact to the southwest of the site. Further archaeological testing is not recommended.