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Archaeology Tipoffs from TNS Newsletter for Tuesday June 18, 2024 ( 3 items )  

National Museum of African American History and Culture Acquires Largest Collection of Charleston Slave Badges
WASHINGTON, June 18 -- The Smithsonian's National Museum of African American History and Culture issued the following news on June 17, 2024: The Smithsonian's National Museum of African American History and Culture recently acquired what is thought to be the largest and most complete set of historic Charleston Slave Badges. The collection includes 146 rare badges dating as far back as 1804. It also features badges with makers' marks and two with personalized inscriptions. To share the stories o  more

NSF names 34 Vanderbilt students and alumni as 2024 graduate research fellows
NASHVILLE, Tennessee, June 17 -- Vanderbilt University issued the following news: A total of 34 Vanderbilt University alumni, students and incoming students have been named National Science Foundation graduate research fellows for 2024. The prestigious fellowship program assists exceptional graduate students pursuing research-based master's and doctoral degrees across various fields, including science, technology, engineering, mathematics, STEM education and social sciences supported by NSF. S  more

Scientific Fun for All Ages Available at Florida Museum's Family Discovery Camps
GAINESVILLE, Florida, June 18 -- The Florida Museum of Natural History issued the following research news release: Participate in scientific fun by attending one of the Florida Museum of Natural History's Family Discovery Camps! Designed for children in grades K-6 and family members of all ages, these immersive camps are designed to provide a memorable and inspiring experience for kids and adults alike. Four weekend sessions will be hosted this July and August at the University of Florida's Na  more