This presentation by Dan Wymer was an overview of Jackson County’s original inhabitants from the close of the Ice Age to the fur trading era and arrival of American settlers. The tools and weapons they used, foods they ate, house structures they lived in, social organization and spiritual beliefs will all be discussed. Stone artifacts that were found at archaeological sites in Jackson County will be on display. This presentation is designed to give us a clearer picture of the Jackson County’s original inhabitants, address some common misconceptions about them, and spur our curiosity to learn more.
Most importantly, Dan’s presentation encouraged us to view local history differently, in his words “Our history begins with arrival of the first people, not arrival of the first people from Europe. Precontact cultures functioned smoothly without governments, police, courts, jails, or taxes. They did not permanently deplete natural resources, disrupt ecological systems or adversely impact global climate.“
Dan Wymer presented "Story in Stone" on February 28th, 2023.
