NYC Archaeological Repository:

The Nan A. Rothschild Research Center
NYC Archaelogical Repository:
The Nan A. Rothschild Research Center

The site was once the town of Jamaica's potter's field and human remains were discovered during the renovation of an on-site playground. Archaeology was then conducted to ensure that the project would not impact intact graves and the associated artifacts are within the NYC Archaeological Repository.

Location

Wayanda Playground

Queens

Site projects

    • Wayanda Park, Queens, NY

      Archaeology was completed after human remains were found during a playground renovation.  The site had been Jamaica's Potter's field in the 19th century.  Please click here to see: Phase 1A Cultural Resource Survey of Wayanda Park, Queens Village, Queens, Queens ...

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