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Unearthed: an exhibition inspired by Baker’s Flat

Posted on April 29, 2017 by sarthure

Unearthed is an exhibition of paintings by Lynn Mack, inspired by some of the ceramic and glass artefacts excavated at Baker’s Flat. It’s part of South Australia’s History Festival, and you can find it at the entrance to the Central Library at Flinders University. … Continue reading →

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The excavation of Baker’s Flat – a tale of the Trench A dugout

Posted on July 4, 2016 by sarthure

From April through to the beginning of May, I led a trusty band of volunteers in the first excavation at Baker’s Flat. For me, this was an experience that engendered a wide range of emotions. At some stages I was filled with excitement, … Continue reading →

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Field work at Baker’s Flat

Posted on March 3, 2013 by sarthure

With great good fortune, a Flinders University archaeology field school enabled me to undertake some early field work at Baker’s Flat recently. The site is big, extending over about 170 acres (70 hectares). And in a bid to understand it better, … Continue reading →

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