Historical Marker

Shawnee-Minisink Archaeological Site

River's Edge Park, River Rd./Logging Rd. (SR 2028), Minisink Hills · Minisink Hills · Monroe

Pennsylvania marker

Inscription

Nearly 13,000 years old, this location, near the confluence of the Delaware River and Brodhead Creek, is one of the earliest dated Native American sites in the northeastern US. Archaeological investigations uncovered hundreds of stone tools left by the early inhabitants around a series of campfires.

Remains of fish and fruit provided evidence of a more diverse diet than expected for the late Ice Age.

Location

AddressRiver's Edge Park, River Rd./Logging Rd. (SR 2028), Minisink Hills
CityMinisink Hills
CountyMonroe

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