An archaeological context for the South Carolina woodland period

Abstract

This study provides a context for Woodland Period research in South Carolina. It provides a description of the context's cultural theme, geographic area, chronological limits: preliminary suggestions are offered for evaluation criteria for Woodland Period sites: areas requiring additional research are discussed : and specific actions for identification , evaluation, registration, documentation, and treatment are discussed. An appendix to the study briefly describes the various projectile points and pottery types associated with the Woodland Period in South Carolina.