Archaeology

Spring 2026 Community Education Archaeology Courses

Learn more about the Community Archaeology Program's non-credit Certificate of Proficiency in Archaeology and Certificate of Advanced Study in Community Archaeology.

Archaeological Research

January 1 - May 31  
By Appointment
CRN# 10234  
CFP 100-51  
Fee: $35

This course is mandatory for students fulfilling the 60 experience hours required for the SUNY Schenectady Community Archaeology Program (CAP) certificate. Additionally, this course is required for all students engaged in archaeological research and laboratory under a SUNY Schenectady CAP instructor’s supervision. Students must speak with an instructor before registering. Register for Archaeological Research.
Note: For Community Archaeology Program certificate students only.

Gravestone Cleaning

Saturday  
April 11
10 a.m.-2:30 p.m.
CRN# 10562  
CFP 123-01
Fee: $35

Would you like to learn how to clean cemetery stones? Do you have a family plot with a stone that needs cleaning? Are you having a difficult time reading the worn lettering on a stone? Melody Howarth will show you cleaning and reading methods that work. Join Ms. Howarth at Vale Cemetery for this informative workshop. Students will be contacted prior to the class with meeting instructions. Students are asked to bring gloves, bottled water, and a bagged lunch. Register for Gravestone Cleaning.
Note: Materials fee paid to the instructor: $10.
This course will be taught at Vale Cemetery, located at 907 State St., Schenectady, NY 12307.