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NOVA SCOTIA MUSEUM--LITTLE DUTCH CHURCH PROJECT ----------------------------------------------------------------- The archeological project at Halifax's Little Dutch Church is being conducted according to Nova Scotia's Special Places Protection Act, says Bob Ogilvie, the Nova Scotia Museum's curator of special places. The Little Dutch Church is the second oldest building in Halifax and may be the oldest Lutheran church in North America. The church requires major repairs, particularly to the foundation. Burials have taken place at the site since the 1750's. The Special Places Protection Act provides for the regulation of the study of archeological and historical remains which are considered an important part of the heritage of the province. The Nova Scotia Museum requires that the area be subjected to an archeological assessment to ensure that no evidence is destroyed during construction related activities. Under a permit issued in accordance with the provisions of the Special Places Protection Act, archeologists Laird Niven and Paul Williams will conduct a survey on behalf of the German Canadian Association of Nova Scotia and the Parish of St. George's. Forensic study on the human remains will be conducted at the archeology laboratory at Saint Mary's University. Re-interment will occur at a later date. -30- Contact: Joan Waldron 902-424-7398 trp Apr. 16, 1996 - 1:50 p.m.