Recent Research at the Abó and Quaraí Units of Salinas Pueblo Missions National Monument – Emily Brown

Aspen CRM Solutions recently completed archaeological surveys of the monument units surrounding the Tompiro pueblo of Abó and the Tiwa pueblo of Quaraí at Salinas Pueblo Missions National Monument near Mountainair, New Mexico, both of which contain the remains of a large pueblo and a Spanish Colonial mission.  The occupation sequences for both are now much better understood, and detailed ceramic analyses have allowed us to identify the general construction sequences for the various roomblocks at both pueblos.  We also have a much better understanding of the use of the surrounding landscape by different groups over time.  The presentation summarizes the findings of the surveys and discusses of the results of the associated research.