Hoye Site facts for kids
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| Nearest city | Oakland, Maryland |
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| NRHP reference No. | 75000900 |
| Added to NRHP | May 12, 1975 |
The Hoye Site, also known as the Sang Run Site, is an important archaeological site in Garrett County, Maryland. It's located near the town of Oakland, right by the Youghiogheny River. This place was once home to Native American groups for thousands of years.
Archaeologists have found evidence that people lived here during the Archaic period (a very long time ago!). Later, it became a busy village for the Monongahela culture between about 1000 and 1500 AD. This site is special because it's the southernmost known village from this time in the Youghiogheny River area.
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What is the Hoye Site?
The Hoye Site is a place where scientists study the past. It helps us learn about the lives of early Native American people. It's officially called the Sang Run Site now.
Who Lived at the Site?
Different groups of Native Americans lived at the Hoye Site. The earliest people were from the Archaic period. This period lasted from about 8000 BC to 1000 BC. Later, the site was a major village for the Monongahela people.
The Monongahela Culture
The Monongahela people lived in villages in what is now western Pennsylvania, eastern Ohio, West Virginia, and Maryland. They built round houses and often surrounded their villages with palisades (wooden fences). They were farmers, growing corn, beans, and squash. They also hunted and gathered wild foods.
When Was the Site Used?
The Hoye Site was used for a very long time. People first lived there during the Archaic period. The most important time for the site was between 1000 AD and 1500 AD. This was when the Monongahela people had a large village there. This period is also known as the Late Woodland period.
Importance of the Site
At the time it was recognized as important, the Hoye Site was the only known Late Woodland period village in Garrett County. This makes it a key place for understanding the history of Native Americans in that area. It helps us learn how people lived and interacted with their environment.
Protecting the Hoye Site
The Hoye Site is a valuable historical place. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1975. This listing helps protect the site and its history. It means the site is recognized for its importance to the history of the United States.
