a prehistoric period generally characterized by the development of agriculture, use of ceramics, and the manufacture of technically advanced stone tools; the term is applied worldwide, not just in the Americas

Posted online on Monday, January 1st, 2001

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Necessities of life

Submitted by Sammy Smith ([email protected]) Look around on the Arkansas Archeological Survey website, and you will find some wonderful educational materials (downloads here). We particularly recommend a compilation called “Necessities of life,” which discusses pottery, food, and clothing, among other interesting topics.

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