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Jul. 08, 2011
Archaic Texas Rock Art

Thousands of years ago, Native American groups painted art under cliff overhangs along the Rio Grande. The arid climate preserved many of these vivid pieces. Archaeologist Solveig Turpin discusses what the art reveals about changes in climate and the social structure of early Americans.
produced by katherine wells. images courtesy solveig turpin, robert w. parvin, james harrison

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