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  • Visit
  • Events Calendar
  • Archaeological Sites
    • The Berry Site
    • Catawba Meadows Site
  • Education
    • Education
      • School/Youth Groups
      • Summer Camps
      • Video: YouthArchaeology
      • Field School
      • Summer Blog
      • Resources
    • Outreach
      • Community Workshops
  • Get Involved
    • Become a Member
    • Volunteer
    • Donate
  • About EJF
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    • EJF in the News
    • Frequently Asked Questions

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    Our Mission:

    The Exploring Joara Foundation, Inc. engages the public in archaeology in the Carolinas, and emphasizes the discovery of the Native American town of Joara and Fort San Juan, the first inland European settlement in the United States. Exploring Joara is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.

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    Exploring Joara Foundation
    PO Box 296
    Morganton, NC 28680
    (828) 439-2463

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