New Light from Haiti's Royal Past: Recent Archaeological Excavations in the Palace of Sans-Souci, Milot

Recent archaeological excavations at the UNESCO World Heritage site of Sans-Souci, Haiti, have revealed new insights into the architectural chronology and material life of the Kingdom of Haiti during Henry Christophe's reign. Using a multidimensional approach that includes 3-D modeling, ground-penetrating radar, and targeted excavation, the Milot Archaeological Project (MAP) has uncovered evidence of the palace's historical significance and its role in regional and long-distance economic networks. These findings challenge the limited historical record and provide a deeper understanding of this pivotal period in Haitian history.

Monroe, J. C. (2017). New Light from Haiti’s Royal Past: Recent Archaeological Excavations in the Palace of Sans-Souci, Milot. Journal of Haitian Studies, 23(2), 5–31. https://doi.org/10.1353/jhs.2017.0015