University of Maine Libra Professor of Anthropology and Climate Studies Dan Sandweiss was honored for decades of supporting the National Museum of Archaeology, Anthropology, and History of Peru during a ceremony held July 17.
The editor of the museum’s journal spoke about Sandweiss’ scholarly accomplishments — he was elected to the National Academy of Sciences on April 30 — and his relationship with the museum, which goes back to 1979. The director of the museum presented Sandweiss with a certificate of recognition for his outstanding academic career, particularly his archeological work in the Andes, and his friendship with the museum. Sandweiss was also given a perfect replica of a pottery vessel from the Chavín culture made in the museum using original pre-contact techniques, complete with a custom-built wooden carrying crate and a letter certifying that the vessel is a replica. Members of the UMaine expedition to Peru were in attendance and Dan’s family made a surprise appearance.
