Meadowcroft Rockshelter, Archaeological site in Jefferson Township, Pennsylvania, US
The Meadowcroft Rockshelter sits beneath a sandstone cliff, providing a natural overhang that extends 90 feet across Cross Creek's north bank.
Archaeological excavations at Meadowcroft Rockshelter, which began in 1973, revealed evidence of human occupation dating back more than 19,000 years in North America.
The site contains multiple layers of artifacts, including stone tools, pottery fragments, and animal remains that document the progression of human activities through millennia.
Visitors can access the site through an observation deck and enclosure, which allows direct viewing of the excavation areas and archaeological discoveries.
The discovery of pre-Clovis artifacts at Meadowcroft challenged existing theories about when humans first arrived in North America.
Location: Jefferson Township
Address: 401 Meadowcroft Rd, Avella, Pennsylvania, 15312 15312
Website: https://heinzhistorycenter.org/meadowcroft.aspx
GPS coordinates: 40.28618,-80.49062
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:55
Pennsylvania combines historical sites and natural areas. The region features waterfalls, mining museums, colonial architecture, and nature parks. Visitors can explore archaeological sites, historic mansions, Japanese gardens, and lighthouses. The landscape includes mountains, lakes, and forests with hiking trails.
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