Hi! FYI!Some of you know doubt have tie-ins to this Groton,Connecticut; family! Sharing with my Genealogy List through "Bcc:", that includes at least one discussion group.However that group appears I am the only one that uses it! Relatively yours, Scott The Avery family ancestors to two U.S.Vice Presidents,Schuyler Colfax and Nelson Rockefeller had a homestead called the Avery Hive that existed in Groton,Connecticut from the 1600's until it was tragically burned in the 1890's. From Thursday,September 13TH to Sunday,September 16TH archaeological work be done by professional archaeologists and volunteers on the site in Groton.Times planned are from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Dr. Theodore "Ted" S.J.Davi,whose doctorate is in economic development but has an iterest in archaelogy as well possble credentialed professional archaeologists along with volunteers will be working on the site looking for artifacts. Volunteers are welcome and this is also an opportunity for a limited number of scouts to qualify for their archeology badges.Dr.Davi is involved in archeology badge requirements for scouts in Pennsylvania.Artifacts obtained will be for the Avery Memorial Association. For more specific details and to volunteer contact Cathy Blaisdell,chair of the Avery Hive site committee at [email protected] or 860-537-1715,.Ms.Blaisdell should be contacted beforehand if you plan to attend.She will be able to provide more specific information. The site is on Poquonnock Road and U.S.Highway #1 in Groton,Connecticut;diagonally from the Chelsea Groton Savings Bank. The Avery Memorial Association is headed by Stephanie Lantiere,President. Scott Bill Hirst 20 Maple Court Ashaway,RI 02804-1300 USA (401)377-4643 Note:Telephone if you need quick reply.