Winter Lecture Series - Photo Credit: Spirits Alive

Winter Lecture Series

Jason Ur, noted Harvard archeologist, will discuss his current research mapping old cemeteries using new drone technology. His work focuses on the reassessment of burying grounds using the approaches and tools of landscape archaeology, with a primary case study of Cambridge, MA. As well as some initial thoughts on what might be gained from applying these methods to other historic cemeteries and sites.

Events > Winter Lecture Series
Glickman Library, USM Portland Campus
Maine United States
About the Event
Presented by
Spirits Alive
March 28, 2026

Jason Ur, a Harvard archeologist, will talk about using new technology to map old cemeteries, including eventually Eastern Cemetery.

All lectures begin at 1:30pm, and take place in the 7th Floor Event Room in the Glickman Library: Bedford St., USM Portland Campus

No tickets needed, the lectures are free to attend, and donations are graciously accepted.

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