Nova Scotian Crystal site servicing, George Street, Halifax : archaeological resource impact assessment : interim report

Abstract

An archaeological resource impact assessment of the excavations for the Nova Scotian Crystal site servicing development was conducted by Davis Archaeological Consultants Limited. The impact assessment was restricted to archaeological monitoring of mechanical excavation for the installation of a pumping station and associated sewer line. The assessment was conducted between 23 April and 27 April 2007 by April Maclntyre. During excavation, a large amount of nineteenth century and the remnants of a late eighteenth to early nineteenth century wharf were discovered. A sample of artifacts was collected and catalogued to be deposited in the Nova Scotia Museum. Recommendations for further assessment and monitoring have been made should additional ground disturbance be expected in this area.