The Archaeology of Shipwrecks October 24, 2009

Plotting a course between the public's interest in shipwrecks and treasure trove. Dennis Griffin, State Archaeologist with the State Historic Preservation Office in Salem, will speak about the importance of shipwrecks to archaeology and their relevance to Oregon. Griffin's presentation will include many shipwrecks including the appearance of Spanish galleons off the coast to the many shipwrecks that have surfaced recently. Updates regarding these latest uncovered wrecks will be highlighted.