Smithsonian Institution - United States National Museum - Bulletin 249 Contributions from the Museum of History and Technology Papers 52-54 on Archeology

"Smithsonian Institution - United States National Museum - Bulletin 249" by Ivor Noël Hume and others, presents archaeological research and discoveries from excavations in Virginia during the late 20th century. It features various papers that explores colonial life and culture through the study of artifacts uncovered at different sites, focusing on locations that include the Jenkins Site and its historical artifacts. The findings include detailed descriptions of colonial artifacts, such as remarkable pieces of lead-glass, discovered during excavations that illuminate aspects of colonial Virginia's history, illustrating the importance of archaeological research in understanding past societies. The tone of the document is both informative and analytical, aiming to provide valuable insights into colonial America.