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A Rare and Unique Find
December 12, 2018
Today in the backyard of the James Brice House, archaeologists found a projectile point made from rhyolite (a material typically found in western Maryland) that dates to the late archaic period estimated to be approximately 2,000-5,000 years old. Initial examination indicates it would have possibly been tied to the tip of a spear. A rare and unique find indeed!
Archaeology Investigations
September 18, 2018
The back stairs (not original) of the James Brice House are being removed this week to allow further archaeology investigations. We are hoping to find the original footings that will tell us how to reconstruct the stairs back to their original 1774 appearance.
Making Mortar
July 5, 2018
Want to learn how we are making mortar from scratch? Check out the second installment of our mini-documentaries focusing on the Brice House restoration. This video includes a feature on our master stone mason Ray Cannetti and the process of making mortar from scratch. Learn how it is being applied at the James Brice House!