There is evidence of archaeological interest and activity in the Hand Hills area, though documentation of extensive excavations appears limited.
- A survey of the Hand Hills area was conducted specifically to recover samples of a locally available rock known as Hand Hills agate[1]. This suggests archaeological fieldwork in the area, likely focused on sourcing lithic materials used by prehistoric peoples.
- There are records of isolated projectile point finds near the Hand Hills[2]. These are not full-scale excavations but indicate that the area has yielded archaeological artifacts, supporting its significance in the broader prehistoric context of Alberta.
- Local news sources reference the Hand Hills in the context of archaeological digs and artifact discoveries, though details are sparse and may pertain to the broader region rather than systematic excavations directly in the Hand Hills[3][4].
No search results provide evidence of large-scale, stratified archaeological excavations (such as those at major bison jumps or village sites) within the Hand Hills themselves. Most references are to surveys, isolated finds, or the collection of raw materials rather than to comprehensive digs with published results.
In summary, the Hand Hills area has been the subject of archaeological surveys and artifact collection, particularly for lithic materials, and is recognized as a location where prehistoric artifacts have been found. However, there is no record in the provided sources of major, systematic archaeological excavations in the Hand Hills comparable to those at other well-known Alberta sites[1][2].
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- https://open.alberta.ca/dataset/0246d7f2-564a-4406-a450-247165e03404/resource/47f0ea6d-b671-4e9b-8ede-c4239de75dd4/download/1991-archaeology-in-alberta-1988-and-1989.pdf
- https://digitallibrary.uleth.ca/digital/api/collection/aar/id/300/download
- https://ecareview.com/ancient-artifacts-take-on-new-life-at-museum/
- https://ecareview.com/archaeological-dig-commences-at-morton-pit/
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