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Archaeology Day at Town Creek Indian Mound

October 20, 2018 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm EDT

Town Creek Indian Mound State Historic Site
509 Town Creek Mound Rd
Mount Gilead, NC 27306 United States


Join in a global celebration of archaeology and the thrill of discovery during International Archaeology Day with hands-on activities showcasing techniques and skills employed by archaeologists today! Throw an Atlatl spear, experience the excitement of excavation by carefully extracting chocolate chips from a cookie, produce a souvenir clay pot or cord bracelet using the same methods as the Pee Dee Culture, try the sand art stratigraphy experiment, and other experimental activities!

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Details

Date:
October 20, 2018
Time:
10:00 am - 4:00 pm EDT
Event Categories:
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Website:
http://www.towncreekindianmound.com

Contact

Rich Thompson
Phone
9104396802
Email
rich.thompson@ncdcr.gov

Venue

Town Creek Indian Mound State Historic Site
509 Town Creek Mound Rd
Mount Gilead, NC 27306 United States
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