Our Work: Cultural Resource Management

106 Group conducted cultural resource research, assessments, and a Phase I archaeological survey to support compliance and inform project planning at Fort Snelling National Cemetery

Conducted a comprehensive study of historic buildings, mining features, and landscapes to identify potential impacts and develop practical solutions for protecting Hill Annex Mine State Park amid plans to reopen the mine

For more than two decades, 106 Group has acted as a dedicated partner for the Department of Veterans Affairs and the Minnesota Historical Society, lending support to preserve and revitalize Fort Snelling

Completed an intensive architectural history survey and evaluation to contribute to ongoing efforts to preserve and elevate African American heritage in Minnesota

Ensured compliance with preservation laws and documented eight archaeological features tied to the historic Palisade Mill, allowing construction to proceed without delay

Providing osteological expertise and support to Tribal Monitors during construction for a wind energy project

Downtown connection of trails, bikeways, open spaces, civic landmarks, and development sites along the Mississippi River

A mixed-use, riverside facility linking regional parks, strengthening community access and connection to the Mississippi River

Preservation planning, archaeology, community histories, and interpretation for redevelopment along Minneapolis’ waterfront

Assisting Metropolitan Council with expanding bus rapid transit service through historic resources analysis and Section 106 consultation support

Seeking historic landmark designation and preservation of Minneapolis’ only all-Black fire station

Prepared a Section 106 compliant cultural resources assessment and an ethno-historical report to allow instillation of 400 miles of fiber-optic cables.

Facilitated collaboration with American Indian tribes and Enbridge Energy to complete a cultural resources survey before pipeline construction began.

This 430-mile pipeline transports ethane from North Dakota to Canada. A Presidential Permit, managed through the U.S. Department of State, required Section 106 consultation and led to extensive engagement with twelve Northern Plains Indian tribes.

Working with Tribal representatives to study sacred caves and conduct archaeology investigations during the transformation of a contaminated urban site to a nature sanctuary

Facilitation with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and American Indian Tribes strengthened intergovernmental relationships

Large-scale architectural survey to document places associated with Charlottesville’s African American history

Archaeological monitoring during construction aided in keeping this fast-paced project on schedule

Ensuring compliance with cultural resource regulations to grow the community’s transit network

Significant archaeological investigation in collaboration with Dakota partners

Surveying unique resources to redevelop Minneapolis waterfront

Enabling responsible re-development of a national landmark

Desktop analysis of homes to expedite environmental review after natural disaster.

Balancing development and historic preservation by guiding clients through the regulatory process

Interpretive planning and outdoor exhibit development for inner city park

EA developed collaboratively with the Grand Portage Band and National Monument

Archaeological monitoring in our nation’s oldest shore establishment of the U.S. Navy

Updating historic context at Minnesota’s first national landmark