The Anthropology of Dogs at Peoria Public Library North Branch June 14

                Learn about the ancient history of the domestic dog, with archaeologist Kelsey Noack Myers, RPA, Ph.D. A.B. D and hear about her current research on Native American dogs in the Midwest on Saturday, June 14 from 2:00 to 3:00 p.m. at Peoria Public Library North Branch.

From wolves on the edges of human settlements to furry friends at the center of our homes, dogs have come a long way. Ms. Noack Myers will explain how dogs made the transition from wolves who were predators competing with humans for food to wearing T-shirts and riding in purses.

Ms. Noack Myers has been conducting research on dog remains from a large ancient city in southern Indiana at the Glenn A. Black Laboratory of Archaeology at Indiana University, Bloomington, Indiana. Her other recent research on ancient dogs in the Midwest has focused on DNA sequencing to identify the relationship of ancient dogs to wolves in North America. Current research is incorporating DNA data and the cultural importance of dogs to Mississippian civilization 1050 to 1400 AD.

This program is free and appropriate for all ages. The Peoria Public Library Summer Reading Program “Paws to Read” runs from June 9 to July 29 and sign up is available before or after the event. For further information please call (309) 497-2141.