Historic Horseshoes and Blacksmithing in San Diego

Horseshoes have allowed incredible advances in both agriculture and travel, and ultimately led to the ability for the global commerce system that we have today .Many different types of horseshoes have existed throughout history with differing forms and functions. Learn more about horseshoes and blacksmithing in San Diego in this informative video.
Video by Allison Scoda, Palomar College student
Historical Archaeology Series: During the spring of 2021, Palomar College students in Professor Betsy Pain’s Anthropology 225 class created videos that can be used as comparative or reference collection guide, which are useful for educational and research purposes. This video series highlights different types of historic artifacts for which students compiled research.
The San Diego Archaeological Center is a nonprofit curation facility and museum where visitors can learn the story of how people have lived in San Diego County for the past 12,000 years. In addition to its role as a museum, the Center serves as an education and research facility and is the only local organization dedicated to the collection, study, curation and exhibition of San Diego County’s archaeological artifacts. For more information, visit sandiegoarchae....