Ward's Point, Archaeological site in Tottenville, US.
Located at the southernmost point of New York State, Ward's Point contains extensive shell middens and prehistoric artifacts along the shoreline of Raritan Bay.
Native American communities established settlements at Ward's Point over 8,000 years ago, with the first documented discovery of indigenous burials recorded in 1858.
The site preserves the largest known Native American burial ground in New York City, containing significant artifacts from the Lenape and earlier indigenous cultures.
The 33-acre archaeological complex earned National Historic Landmark status in 1992 and remains protected for research and educational purposes within Conference House Park.
Archaeological excavations revealed multiple burials with distinctive characteristics, including three male skeletons marked by numerous arrowhead impacts.
Location: Tottenville
GPS coordinates: 40.49889,-74.25194
Latest update: March 10, 2025 18:15
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