# PROMO - 'Rock Art: An American Story' with Stephen Alvarez - Rock Art 171

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Podcast: [Ethnocynology with David Ian Howe](https://stenobird.com/podcast/ethnocynology-with-david-ian-howe-7030895)
Published: 2026-08-29T08:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

Ethnocynology with David Ian Howe is taking a break this week, so please enjoy this episode of the Rock Art Podcast! In this episode, Alan speaks with Stephen Alvarez about his new book, Rock Art: An American Story, exploring the enduring significance of rock art across North America. They discuss Indigenous perspectives, the sacredness of rock art sites, and how ancient imagery continues to connect people with place, culture, and history. The conversation also considers the challenges of interpreting and dating rock art, and the importance of respecting and protecting these remarkable records of the past.

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