The Archaeology of the Yakima Valley

"The Archaeology of the Yakima Valley" by Harlan I. Smith explores the ancient history hidden within the Yakima Valley, based on archaeological digs from 1903. It uncovers a variety of artifacts, burial grounds, and human remains tied to the traditions of the valley’s original people. Smith's focus on Native American history and early peoples, examines how tools and burial sites shape our view of the past. Although definitive dating proves difficult, the work separates findings into pre-European and newer Indian graves, establishing the Yakima Valley to be an important location for understanding early Native American ways of life.