Summary

Poster promoting the role and work of the state government organisation, The Victorian Archaeological Survey (VAS), in protecting Aboriginal middens located along Victoria's coastline. Printed text below the photograph reads, 'More than 1,800 shell middens have been located along Victoria's coastline. They consist mainly of shell fish but may also contain animal, bird and fish bones, as well as stone and bone tools and ochre. Middens are the remains of Aboriginal campsite activities. They tell us a great deal about Aboriginal use of natural resources.The Victorian Archaeological Survey helps protect middens.' Originally known as the Archaeological and Aboriginal Relics Office, VAS conducted surveys and excavations of historical, maritime and Aboriginal archaeological sites, including rock art sites, across the state. VAS compiled lists of known archaeological sites and produced numerous reports on Victoria's archaeological history, site specific surveys as well as technical reports and guides. In the early 1990s, Aboriginal Affairs Victoria took over the management of Aboriginal archaeological sites.

Physical Description

Colour ink on paper. Title: 'Victorian Archaeological Survey: Understanding the Past'. Features a photograph of a midden site; printed text in red.

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