Indiana University's Underwater Science program is involved in on-going investigations in the Dominican Republic. The research includes not only underwater archaeology, but also land-based archaeology and water quality analysis. Through the combined efforts of numerous Dominican Republic organizations, university departments, professors, students, and other individuals, the Underwater Science program hopes to bring to light some exciting new discoveries regarding the impact of Columbus's arrival in the New World.

Background Information

Research Reports

Artifact Analysis

Taino Sites in the East National Park

Columbus Shipwreck Project

Shipwreck Parks of Bayahibe

Media Coverage

Photo Gallery

Digital Video Footage