ICYMI: Huntington Archaeological Dig Starts Black History Month

HUNTINGTON, NY — The archaeological dig at Peter Crippen House, a site significant to the Town of Huntington's African American history, is well underway, according to a news release. The excavation marked an early start to Black History Month, which officially begins Feb. 1.

Supervisor Chad A. Lupinacci, Councilwoman Joan Cergol and Councilman Ed Smyth were joined by Dr. Harvey Manes of the Manes Peace Prize Foundation, archaeologist Allison McGovern, Ph.D., VHB Engineering, town officials and members of the community on Friday — the second day of the dig.

"The long-term plan is to relocate the restored structure, if it is feasible to do so, to a more suitable site to serve as a museum or use any salvageable timbers in some educational capacity dedicated to Huntington's African American history," Lupinacci stated.

Lupinacci's office has been working closely with the town historian, engineering department and the town's African American Historic Designation Council to ensure that the Peter Crippen House, which is in severe disrepair and is set to be demolished, can be properly preserved.

"We are excited to see what is unearthed as the archaeological study proceeds over the next week and we will follow up with any discoveries made during the dig," Lupinacci said.

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