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Video: Robinson Landing archaeology featured on NBC News4

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Video: Robinson Landing archaeology featured on NBC News4 Blog Feature

By: EYA Homes on March 8th, 2021

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The incredible archaeology finds discovered at Robinson Landing in Old Town Alexandria were recently featured on NBC News4. Greg Griffin, EYA Multifamily Construction Vice President, and Eleanor Breen, Alexandria City Archaeologist, joined News4's Megan McGrath on a walking tour of the site to share the story of the discoveries. These included three ship hulls, building foundations and nearly 150,000 artifacts such as coins and dishware dating back to the 18th and 19th centuries. 

Click here to watch the video and read the News4 article. 

Want to learn more about the archaeology at Robinson Landing? Read these blog posts about the discoveries found and the fascinating story of the cataloging and preservation process once the items were removed from the site. All items were gifted to the City of Alexandria and once the archaeologists have finished their work, a selection of the discoveries will be on display for the public to view. 

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