Barton Village Site

The Barton Village Site is an archaeological location in Allegany County with multiple layers of soil containing artifacts from different periods of Native American occupation. Researchers have found evidence of structures, tool-making areas, and household refuse spanning centuries of habitation.

The site was first studied in detail in 1960 when archaeologists documented settlements from the Monongahela culture era. The deposits reveal repeated occupation across multiple centuries, with communities returning to this location again and again.

The site reveals how Native Americans crafted tools from local stone, shaping points and scrapers for hunting and daily work. These implements show the practical skills and resources that sustained communities across centuries.

The location is protected and managed by the Archaeological Conservancy, which controls access for research purposes with restrictions. Visitors should understand that this is a delicate archaeological site requiring permission to enter.

The site contains evidence of human settlement spanning from ancient times through the late prehistoric period, making it valuable for understanding long-term human presence. This extended timeline offers researchers insights into how societies evolved and adapted across many generations.

Location: Allegany County

GPS coordinates: 39.56250,-78.85056

Latest update: December 14, 2025 12:27