Chickasaw Archaeological Survey Program (CASPR)

Gain archaeological fieldwork experience and tour significant cultural sites during a one-week, expenses-paid journey to the historic Chickasaw Homeland near Tupelo, Mississippi.

Apply by Nov. 30 to participate in the spring 2025 journey from Feb. 23 through March 1.

Additional eligibility requirements may apply.

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Eligibility

Must be a Chickasaw citizen ages 18 or older
Must be physically able to work in hot or cold environments and perform tasks such as kneeling, digging and carrying loads up to 30 pounds
Must be able to travel to Ada, Oklahoma, or Tupelo, Mississippi

You Provide

Completed Consent and Participant Code of Conduct forms
Completed application
Documentation of Chickasaw Nation citizenship
For Chickasaw Nation employees: documentation of employer/supervisory release from work for the program week

PDF Application

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Contact

Phone:

(580) 272-1379

Email:

Events

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Program Details

Chickasaw citizens can embark on a one-week journey to the historic Chickasaw Homeland in Mississippi hosted by the Chickasaw Archaeological Survey Program (CASPR).

Participants will conduct archaeological fieldwork like pedestrian surveys, controlled surface collections and test unit excavations. They will also be immersed in Chickasaw history through a cultural tour of historic Homeland sites.

This opportunity includes travel expenses from Ada, Oklahoma, to Tupelo, Mississippi, lodging and meals.

Chickasaw Archaeological Survey Program (CASPR)

Chickasaw Archaeological Survey Program (CASPR)

Chickasaw Nation Residents, Chickasaws At‑large

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Eligibility

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