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Historic Preservation and Archaeological Consultants

These consultants are available to help you research historic buildings and archaeological sites.
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What to Do If You Find Human Remains in Wisconsin

Don't panic! Stop what you are doing and read this article. The Wisconsin Historical Society can help.
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How to Submit a Request to Disturb a Burial Site

Working Within the Boundaries of Cemeteries and Mound Groups
Do you need to disturb a cemetery or mound group? Planning to build, plant, or work in a cemetery or Native American mound group? Read this first.
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Working or Building Within a Human Burial Site

Read this information before planning a project inside a cemetery or mound group.
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Tribal Historic Preservation Officers Contact List

Find contact information for Tribal Historic Preservation Officers (THPO).
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Municipal and Town Governments and Burial Sites

Learn about the procedures for handling publicly-owned or abandoned burial sites.
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Current Guidelines for Archaeologists Working within Burial Sites

Learn what the standards and expectations are for archaeologists working within Wisconsin's human burial sites.
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Archaeological Literature Review: A Guide to Dealing with Burial Sites

What steps should you take to research burial sites prior to conducting a field project? Read more to find out.
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Documenting Burial Sites: A Guide for Archaeologists

Learn about current Wisconsin Historical Society guidelines for the documentation of human burial sites.
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Conducting Archaeological Survey or Testing Within the Boundaries of a Burial Site

A Guide for Archaeologists
Ensure you are complying with Wisconsin's burial sites laws.
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Wisconsin Supplementary Manual

For Nominations to the National Register of Historic Places
Find guidance for preparing a typical Wisconsin nomination to the State Register and the National Register of Historic Places.
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2019 List of Architectural Surveys

See the most current list of intensive architectural surveys completed in Wisconsin.
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Resources for Historic Preservation Research

A list of resources for professionals recommended by the Division of Historic Preservation-Public History.
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Wisconsin Archeological Survey Guidelines

A Guide for Public Archeology in Wisconsin
Download the Wisconsin Archeological Survey Guidelines.
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2024 Subgrant Awards to Wisconsin Certified Local Governments

Instructions for consultants interested in federally funded subgrant projects.
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Resources for Archaeological Research

A list of resources for professionals recommended by the State Historic Preservation Office.

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