Archaeological Survey of Approximately 10 acres Proposed for Sale (Richmond State Hospital Property), Northwest of Richmond, Wayne County, Indiana

Abstract

At the request of the Indiana Department of Administration, the Glenn A. Black Laboratory of Archaeology, Indiana University (GBL) conducted a Phase Ia archaeological reconnaissance survey of Richmond State Hospital land proposed for sale, northwest of the City of Richmond, Wayne County, Indiana. A total of approximately 10 acres was surveyed. The purposes of survey were 1) to identify and document all of the cultural resources in the project area, 2) to evaluate any sites found with regard to their eligibility for inclusion on the National Register of Historic Places (NRHP) and the Indiana Register of Historic Sites and Structures (IRHSS), and 3) to make recommendations for the protection of significant and potentially significant sites. Fieldwork was conducted May 1-2, 2000 by GBL archaeologists Wendy L. Natt, Scott J. Shirar, Brian W. Troyer, and Devin W. Fishel. No cultural materials were discovered within the proposed project area during the course of survey. It is unlikely that future development of the land subsequent to its sale will negatively impact cultural resources. Cultural resource clearance is therefore recommended for the proposed sale.