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Program

Research Programs: Basic Research

Period of Performance

7/1/1976 - 6/30/1977

Funding Totals

$20,502.00 (approved)
$20,502.00 (awarded)

Archaeological Excavation and Restoration of the Ceremonial Center of Orongo-Easter Island

FAIN: RO-12581-76

University of Wyoming (Laramie, WY 82071-2000)
William Thomas Mulloy (Project Director: July 1976 to present)

To complete the archaeological investigation, excavating and restoration of one half of the Ceremonial Center of Orongo on Easter Island. This is expected to amplify knowledge of the Manutara cult and provide architectural and cultural information on local prehistory and of eastern Polynesia.