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The Tennessee Division of Archaeology (TDOA) is committed to the documentation and preservation of the state's historic and prehistoric archaeological resources. Their responsibilities encompass maintaining the official State Archaeological Site File, surveying the state for new archaeological sites, and providing assistance to various agencies, universities, and the public. Additionally, the TDOA oversees the permitting process for archaeological investigations on state lands and collaborates with the Tennessee State Historic Preservation Office to review projects that may impact archaeological sites. The division also publishes archaeological reports and research findings to promote awareness and education regarding Tennessee's rich archaeological heritage. Generated from the website