June 5th, 2025 by WCBC Radio

A ground-penetrating radar survey is going to take a look at the Fort Cumberland site on Washington Street, beginning June 17th. Archaeologist Dr. Time Horsley will conduct a non-invasive survey with radar equipment designed to locate buried structures or artifacts without damage. Cumberland’s Preservation Coordinator, Ruth Davis-Rogers, worked with the Maryland Historical Trust to fund the project…

   

“He found the fourth oldest settlement in the United States down in St. Mary’s County. We spoke with him and found out he was available; it just so happened to be during Museum Wee. Tim Horsley is an archaeologist, but he specializes in geophysical techniques. So, we’re very honored to have somebody of his caliber because he’s known worldwide.”