CARTHAGE, Ill. -- Findings at the White Bend site will be highlighted in a program Sunday at the Kibbe Hancock Heritage Museum in Carthage.

The program begins at 1 p.m. at the museum at 306 Walnut, one block south of U.S. 136 and across the street from the Historic Carthage Jail.

Featured speaker Dave Nolan, an archaeologist with the Illinois State Archaeological Survey at the University of Illinois, will highlight discoveries by the team that searched for evidence of pre-Columbian life on the banks of the LaMoine River east of Carthage.

After his presentation, Nolan will remain at the museum until 4 p.m. to discuss ongoing research, answer questions and identify artifacts attendees may have in their personal collections.

"I encourage people to bring things in, especially items of interest," Nolan said. "It's a whole different perspective on what's out there when you see long-term collections. A lot of information can be had from local collections."

There is no charge to have artifacts identified or to attend the program.

The museum is open from 1 to 4 p.m. Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. After May 1, the museum is open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. every day except Sunday, when hours are 1 to 4 p.m.

Reservations for group tours or special after-hour tours may be made by calling 357-2012, 357-3355 or 357-3119.