About Us

Mission:  The Rutherford County Archaeological Society serves to educate and foster a deeper appreciation of archaeology, to demonstrate the importance of archaeological research, and to promote the stewardship, preservation, and protection of our cultural resources. The Rutherford County Archaeological Society…

Old City Cemetery Project

    Bringing Back a Special Place The historic site now known as Murfreesboro’s “Old City Cemetery” is located on the 300 block of E. Vine street. It is the oldest historic site in Murfreesboro and encompasses the buried archaeological…

Meetings

No Meeting in June, but look at this! CAN YOU DIG IT? YES, YOU CAN!Annual June volunteer archaeology fieldwork experience at Castalian Springs,TN offered by MTSU Archaeological Summer Field School, directed by Dr. Paul Eubanks. This takes the place of…

Trowel Talk

Can you dig it? Yes, you can! Castalian Springs Fieldwork Opportunity

Please see our listing under “Meetings” for detailed information— in lieu of our June 2023 meeting we have our annual volunteer fieldwork opportunity at Castalian Springs with the MTSU Archaeological Summer Field School— you can excavate and screen for artifacts…

RCAS at Oaklands Mansion Free Day, Sunday, May 7, 10AM-4PM

RCAS In May: Displays and Artifacts at Oaklands Mansion, Sunday, May 7, 10AM-4PMThe Rutherford County Archaeological Society(RCAS) will be sharing the past with the public as a participant at Oaklands Mansion’s “Free Day” on Sunday, May 7, 2023 from 10am…