eHRAF Collection of Archaeology: Web
The eHRAF Collection of Archaeology is a Web-based, full-text database with information on prehistory of the world. This database, modeled after the eHRAF Collection of Ethnography, is unique in that the information is organized into archaeological traditions and the text is numerically subject-indexed according to HRAF's modified Outline of Cultural Materials (OCM).  This comprehensive subject retrieval system extends search capability well beyond keyword searching allowing for precise subject retrieval, even in foreign language texts.

The eHRAF Collection of Archaeology  currently covers over 41 major archaeological traditions with more than 50,000 pages.  Each tradition file also consists of a general summary and full-text sources including books, journal articles, dissertations, and manuscripts.

This archaeological database provides researchers and students access to archaeological materials for comparative studies within and across regions. Traditions are selected by random sampling from the Outline of Archaeological Traditions, compiled with the help of a distinguished Board of Advisors. To encourage historical and evolutionary analysis, the traditions prior to and following each tradition will be included in subsequent installments.

Access to the ethnographic databases requires membership (or password).  Check our institution list to see if your institution is a member.  

To subscribe to eHRAF, individuals or institutions (college, university, public library, museum, high school, etc.) must first become a member of the HRAF consortium. A free month trial is available for interested individuals and  institutions. Contact HRAF for more information 1-800-520-HRAF (4723), 203-764-9401 or email hrafmem@hrafmem.mail.yale.edu.