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Ethnobotany Study for Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore
Cultural Resource
Studies
This project is concerned with traditional uses of plant species found
in Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore. Located at the southern end of
Lake Michigan, Indiana Dunes is noted for its biodiversity and history
in the study of plant succession. It comprises approximately 15,000
acres and over 1400 species of plants including many threatened and
endangered species. The park area has a rich history of Native and
early American cultures but focuses on the settlement era in its interpretations.
This project will provide diverse cultural relationships with plants
that the park can use in the context of management decision-making
and cultural interpretation. Opportunities exist for collaborations
between the park and several Native American groups in the development
of interpretive programs, plant education, and habitat management.
BARA Researchers:
R.S. Toupal
R.W. Stoffle
Read the final reports (Acrobat Reader required):
An Ethnobotany of Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore:
A Baseline Study Emphasizing Plant Relationships of the Miami and Potawatomi Peoples
Final Report - Volume 1 (25MB)
Final Report - Volume 2 (2MB)
November 9, 2006
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