Marine Stewards

The Texas Archeological Stewardship Network (TASN) , was established in 1984. In 2001, the TASN broke new ground with the establishment of the Marine Stewards Group, dedicated to the investigation and protection of historic shipwrecks within the waters of Texas.

Inaugural 2001 meeting of Marine Stewards

These dedicated volunteers bring special experience and talent invaluable to the Marine Archeology program at the Texas Historical Commission. Although part of the larger TASN structure, the Marine Stewards Group is organized by and works closely with the State Marine Archeologist. The marine stewards will provide for historic shipwrecks many of the same tasks carried out by the land stewards for terrestrial sites.
A member of the Marine Stewards Group might:

• Investigate reports of shipwrecks found and looting of wrecks

• Record wrecks as archeological sites

• Gather information on shipwrecks and maritime history from local informants

• Assist the State Marine Archeologist in locating and evaluating shipwrecks

• Make presentations to the public about marine archeology in Texas

Profile: Have Wetsuit, Will Travel: Marine Stewards John Luce, Doug Nowell and Andy Hall