With a shovel in hand and a sea shanty playing nearby, University of Iowa senior John Morris sifted through soggy soil, hoping to uncover another piece of Iowa’s past.
Morris, who’s from Cedar Rapids, said every artifact, no matter how small, has something to teach.
“I’ve always loved stories, and I believe every object you come across, every artifact you find, has a story,” Morris said. “I love discovering what that story is and sharing it so other people can learn about our history.”…