The investigation of past cultures of the region of North America through the study and scientific analysis of material remains (i.e., osteological, artifactual, architectural, etc.).
From Science Daily, the work of Roberto Rodreguez and Patrisia Gonzales, who study ancient maps, oral traditions and the movement of domesticated crops to learn more about the origins of native people in the Americas. http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2004/06/040616062606.htm
From the Museum of Archaeology & Ethnology on the first peopling of the New World. Highlights: Interviews with scientists, QuickTime Interactive timeline photorealistic reconstructions games for younger visitors. http://www.sfu.museum/journey/