Free Lecture: The Dating Game: Archeological Dating Methods
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This fascinating lecture explores how archaeologists and scientists determine the age of ancient objects, structures, and events—helping us understand what happened, when, and why.
John will introduce the geological foundations of dating techniques and examine a range of scientific methods, including radiometric dating, paleomagnetism, archaeomagnetism, dendrochronology, and cultural seriation. With special emphasis on Southwestern Ancestral Puebloan sites such as Chimney Rock National Monument, he will discuss the strengths, limitations, and accuracy of each approach—highlighting key methods like carbon dating and dendrochronology that are essential to understanding the region’s past.
This one-hour presentation will conclude with a brief Q&A session, offering attendees a deeper appreciation for the science behind uncovering history.
All lectures will be held at the Pagosa Springs Community Methodist Church, located at 434 Lewis Street in Pagosa Springs. Doors open at 5:45 PM, with lectures beginning promptly at 6:00 PM. Each presentation is approximately one hour in length and will be followed by a brief Q&A session, offering attendees the opportunity to engage further with the speaker and topic.
John will introduce the geological foundations of dating techniques and examine a range of scientific methods, including radiometric dating, paleomagnetism, archaeomagnetism, dendrochronology, and cultural seriation. With special emphasis on Southwestern Ancestral Puebloan sites such as Chimney Rock National Monument, he will discuss the strengths, limitations, and accuracy of each approach—highlighting key methods like carbon dating and dendrochronology that are essential to understanding the region’s past.
This one-hour presentation will conclude with a brief Q&A session, offering attendees a deeper appreciation for the science behind uncovering history.
All lectures will be held at the Pagosa Springs Community Methodist Church, located at 434 Lewis Street in Pagosa Springs. Doors open at 5:45 PM, with lectures beginning promptly at 6:00 PM. Each presentation is approximately one hour in length and will be followed by a brief Q&A session, offering attendees the opportunity to engage further with the speaker and topic.
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434 Lewis St, Pagosa Springs, CO 81147-7508, United States
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Host or PublisherChimney Rock National Monument Interpretive Association
