ARCHAEOASTRONOMY

Tracking the ancient skies

Author
F. Hirschmann
Article Date
Winter 1988
Article Abstract
Robert and Ann Preston "have made substantial progress in scientifically interpreting some petroglyphs' astronomical workings." Illus.
Language
English
Journal Title
Native Peoples
Page Number(s)
8-13
Subject Headings
ARCHAEOASTRONOMY
Object type
Article
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Organization of space in the Anasazi ceremonial site of Yellow Jacket, 5MT-5

Author
J. Malville and M. Neupert
Article Date
January-December 1986
Article Abstract
Discusses the astronomical aspects of 5MT-5 (located near Yellow Jacket, Colorado) with special emphasis on several monoliths perhaps used for sighting solstice sunrises. Illus. Map
Language
English
Journal Title
Archaeoastronomy
Journal Volume
9
Journal Issue
#1-4
Page Number(s)
70-75
Subject Headings
ARCHAEOASTRONOMY
Object type
Article
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Ethnoastronomy in Navajo sandpaintings of the heavens

Author
T. Griffin-Pierce
Article Date
January-December 1986
Article Abstract
A cognitive and symbolic approach to the role of constellations in Navajo sandpaintings of the heavens. The navajo recognize 8 major constellations, paired into 4 sequential age groups. Illus
Language
English
Journal Title
Archaeoastronomy
Journal Volume
9
Journal Issue
#1-4
Page Number(s)
62-69
Subject Headings
ARCHAEOASTRONOMY
Object type
Article
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