Great Marpole Midden, Archaeological site in Marpole Park, Vancouver, Canada.
The midden contains layers of shells, bone implements, stone tools, and skeletal remains reaching depths between 1.5 and 4.6 meters underground.
Charles Hill-Tout conducted the first scientific excavation of the site in 1892, leading to increased research interest in prehistoric Pacific coast settlements.
The remains at Marpole Midden demonstrate the maritime activities and advanced woodworking skills of Coast Salish people between 400 BCE and 450 CE.
The site extends across 26 lots between Montcalm Street, Milton Street, Marine Drive, and the railway tracks in Vancouver.
Archaeological materials from this midden reveal a Coast Salish winter village that was inhabited continuously for over 1500 years.
Location: Vancouver
Website: https://pc.gc.ca/apps/dfhd/page_nhs_eng.aspx?id=81
GPS coordinates: 49.20400,-123.13900
Latest update: March 9, 2025 01:35
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