Native American Stone Structures of the Lower Hudson Valley Lecture and Hike

Rob Buchanan has been identifying potential Native American stone structures in the woods of Putnam County for many years. On Friday, June 21st, he will speak about and show many examples of these unique stone structures, sites, and landscapes. He will also discuss the threats facing these stone structures and the efforts to preserve them. On Saturday, June 22nd, the day after the presentation, Rob will lead a hike to visit some examples of these stone structures.

Rob Buchanan is an independent researcher and has been a member of the New England Antiquities Research Association (NEARA) for over twenty years. He is currently the NEARA Treasurer. Rob has led many NEARA Conference and local field trips and has given presentations at NEARA conferences. Rob has written articles for the NEARA Transit newsletter and the Rock Piles blog. He is also a regular contributor to the many Facebook groups that focus on the Native American Stone Structures of the Northeast. Through his company, Rambler Maps, Rob produces orienteering maps and maps of stone features and landscapes. He also works as an outdoor educator facilitating team building and group problem solving activities for groups of elementary through to high school students.

Lecture: 6/21, 7:00 PM – 8:15 PM at the Putnam History Museum and streamed online

In-Person: $20 General Tickets, $18 PHM Member Tickets

Virtual: $15

Hike: 6/22, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM in Putnam Valley (exact address provided upon registration).

Tickets: $20 General, $18 PHM Members