Alabama's history, culture and humanities is a part of this impressive traveling exhibit. It features eight periods of history - from becoming a territory to achieving statehood and beyond. For Tour schedule, visit www.makingalabama.org.
Find out more »Lubbock Lake Landmark, also known as Lubbock Lake Site, is an important archeological site and natural history preserve in Lubbock. There is evidence of ancient people and extinct animals of nearly 12,000 years of use by ancient cultures on the Llano Estacado. The site is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, and is […]
Find out more »As part of Archeology Month, the Sam Bell Maxey House State Historic Site is presenting "Gravestone Symbols and their Meanings in Evergreen." Gravestones are very personal things, used to represent the people that they honor. In the past, different symbols and carvings on gravestones held certain meanings and told the viewer something about the deceased. […]
Find out more »A Texas Archeology Month exhibit and outreach materials are featured at the McLennan Community College Library throughout the month of October. Mon-Thur 7:30am-10pm; Fri 8am-5pm; Sat 9am-3pm; Sun 3pm-9pm
Find out more »An educational display at the library on the archaeology and history of the Gulf Coast and the associated resources available at the Biloxi Public Library on these topics.
Find out more »This exhibit focuses on Native American mound sites in Mississippi and Louisiana. Mon-Fri: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM and 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM; Sat: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Find out more »The main project focus during 2019-2020 of the McCulloch County Historical Commission (located in Brady) is the surveying/repairing and publicizing/promoting of the county's 21 state historical markers. The commission is pleased that it will be working with Ledger Bucholz, a local Eagle Scout candidate who has received Boy Scout approval for the clean-up of the […]
Find out more »The SHA conference will be the capstone event for Archaeology Week in Hawaiʻi, October 21 to 27. We encourage you to arrive early in the week so that you are able to orient yourself to the natural and cultural landscape in Kona. You also won’t want to miss your chance to participate in a SHA-sponsored […]
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Reconstructive and experimental archaeologists strive to expand our archaeological understanding of the past by attempting to recreate material culture, technology, or life-ways by using the same materials, techniques, and strategies believed to have been employed in the past through structured experimentation. REARC promotes and stimulates interest in reconstructive and experimental archaeology; serving as a bridging […]
Find out more »Learn the skills of ancient people while exploring the Ozark wilderness in this day-long workshop at the Ozark Natural Science Center (ONSC). The morning starts with a hike to discover edible plants, after which participants will enjoy some of the findings along with a sack lunch. After lunch, participants will learn to make their own […]
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Discover the ancient peoples who were defined by the arid landscape of what is now Joshua Tree National Park. Daniel McCarthy will discuss how archaeologists study human culture through material remains and environmental landscapes. The class will begin with an archaeological overview including an exclusive visit to see the artifacts and archival collections at Joshua […]
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In this Massive Open Online Course (MOOC), an international team of experts from six different universities explore the many facets of Greek and Roman cities. They discuss mega cities like Rome, centers of international commerce like the Greek city of Delos and Palmyra in the Syrian Desert, regional centers of production like Pompeii, and frontier […]
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Within the framework of the world-wide commemoration of International Archaeology Day held by the Archaeological Institute of America on the third Saturday of October every year, the Archaeology program at Universidad Externado de Colombia has carried out divulgation activities during the last five years, aiming to raise awareness of the importance of archaeological heritage for […]
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Discover the ancient peoples who were defined by the arid landscape of what is now Joshua Tree National Park. Anthropologist Daniel McCarthy, who has extensive experience leading archaeology field studies in Southern California, will discuss how archaeologists study human culture, history, and evolution through material remains and environmental landscapes. The class will begin with an […]
Find out more »The Rumney Marsh Burial Ground was created in 1693 and continued to be used into the 1700s by local families, including veterans of the Revolutionary War. Come take a self-guided tour of this important historic burial group, and stop by the nearby RSCHP Museum at 108 Beach Street to learn more about Revere history.
Find out more »Basket weavers from regional American Indian communities will be demonstrating Southeast basket traditions using long leaf pine needle, river cane, and palmetto. The Summit will be an informal forum allowing weavers to talk about their own technique and elements of their culture represented in the craft. Beginners and observers are encouraged to attend.
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Explore the oldest and most historic cemetery in Galveston on a guided walking tour. Broadway Cemetery is where many well-known citizens of Galveston and Texas are laid to rest. Hear stories about Galveston’s famous, and infamous, former residents. Your tour includes bus transport to Galveston from Houston and lunch at Gaido’s, one of Galveston’s oldest […]
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The Blackwater Draw Atlatl Competition will be held this year in conjunction with the New Mexico Archaeology Fair on Saturday, October 26. The event will be at the Blackwater Draw National Historic Landmark site at 508 NM Hwy 467, north of Portales. The event is free and open to the public, but bring cash for […]
Find out more »Point in Time - A Celebration of Archaeology and Heritage! TALLAHASSEE– The Florida Department of Environmental Protection’s San Marcos de Apalache Historic State Park and the National Park Service’s Southeast Archeological Center will be celebrating International Archaeology Day from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, October 26, 2019 Events include presentations by historians and […]
Find out more »The program, hosted by the Sam Rayburn House State Historic Site and the Fannin County Historical Commission, will offer a free gravesite walking tour of prominent community members, associates and friends of Sam Rayburn and his family. Those who would like to attend are invited to meet at 10:00 on October 26, 2019 at Sam […]
Find out more »Activities will include atlatl spear throwing, rabbit stick toss, archaeology dig, Kiowa ledger and teepee art, native american game, reenactors and more. Sponsored by Museum of the Plains.
Find out more »Each fall the Archaeological Society of South Carolina sponsors a free gathering of archaeologists, prehistoric and historic skills demonstrators, story tellers, and others, who present how the people of South Carolina’s distant and recent pasts experienced their daily lives through work, play, food, and community.
Find out more »Come visit over 10,000 years of local archaeology! The museum displays thousands of artifacts including a handcrafted mishoon (dugout canoe), the Doyle collection of Native American dolls, and a diorama of Native American New England life.
Find out more »Archaeologist Sam Brookes will conduct Native American mound tours at the Great Delta Bear Affair. The tour will include Rolling Fork, Carter, and Mont Helena mounds. Brookes will talk about the prehistoric builders that constructed the mounds, their lifestyle, as well as their use of the mounds. The mound tours will begin at the Rolling […]
Find out more »Frank Binetti will provide a lecture on archaeology that is open to the public.
Find out more »Join us as we host a day of fun-filled activities highlighting Louisiana's culture history and the field of archaeology. Participants can throw a spear using an atlatl (an ancient spear thrower), participate in an interactive archaeological dig box, make ceramics and ink using traditional methods, create a site in a jar, and use a pump […]
Find out more »We have a new photo display of 23 Texas born men/women who have distinguished and historical backgrounds in aviation history. The objective is for the viewer to guess who the person is. We have a book with all the personal data on each person.
Find out more »Join FPAN and Arcadia Mill for this wonderful lecture series on local archaeology and history! Talks will be approximately 45 minutes long, with time at the end for questions. Afterward, enjoy the beauty of Arcadia Mill Archaeological Site on a guided tour. This is a free event.
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Help The Presidio of San Francisco archaeologists celebrate International Archaeology Day with a variety of hands-on activities for all ages. Meet local archaeologists and take a look behind the scenes in the Presidio Archaeology Lab.
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Find out more »Come to the History Workshop today and have fun puzzling pieces of broken pottery back together. Work together to put cups, plates, mugs and bowls back together with tape. Learn how archaeologists use this process in the lab to learn more about the time period and the people they are studying.
Find out more »In honor of Archaeology Month, Gore Place is offering an archaeology themed backpack as part of a "Take a Walk" activity. With it, children and their accompanying adults can explore the open spaces and hidden places on this 50 acre estate. Each backpack contains binoculars, a magnifying glass, and archaeology related activities. Come to the […]
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Saturdays and Sundays, October 5–27 12:00 and 2:00 pm Each weekend in October, celebrate California Archaeology Month! The Near East meets the West as we look at traditions from both ancient Israel and California. Through demonstrations and drop-in activities, discover how people of the past interacted with their surrounding resources. Saturday, October 5: Make a […]
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Restoration and Care of Historic Cemeteries Speaker: Dan Clark Tour three historic cemeteries that have been abandoned, and participate in an assessment of their needs, and how best to address them. The tour will begin with the Stubblefield (Saling) Cemetery northwest of the corner of Reser and Foster Roads, and will also include the Lyons […]
Find out more »Learn about the advent of pottery in Florida, and do hands-on experimentation using play-doh to explore pottery-making and -decorating technology. The lesson also teaches about how pottery can help archaeologists understand a site and its prehistoric people.
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Lowell National Historical Park invites you to explore some of the archaeology that underlies the modern city of Lowell. Join Park Rangers in a tour of the historic landscape and structures of the Boott Cotton Mills, including mill buildings, canals, and housing, as we peel back the many layers that make up two centuries of […]
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From 1 PM-4 PM on October 26, 2019, Pipestone National Monument staff are excited to host “Experiencing Archeology” to celebrate International Archaeology Day. Pipestone National Monument’s mission includes archeological research and cultural history preservation. The archeological record at Pipestone National Monument stretches back at least 5,000 years and American Indian quarriers still use the site […]
Find out more »Join us for our Archeology Day Open House with free tours of the Rayburn family home every 30 minutes and outside activities for the children.
Find out more »Come and join the Confederate Reunion Grounds for a Spooktacular Fall Festival! There will be candy, crafts and games galore. You can even get your face painted and play Trap Ball with our TPWD Friends from Ft. Parker State Park! Make sure to come dressed in your Halloween best for the costume contest. Prizes go […]
Find out more »The standing monoliths of Stonehenge were already ancient when they were discovered by the Romans almost 2000 years ago. What was Stonehenge? When and why was it built? This planetarium program explores possible astronomical aspects of Stonehenge and its surrounding landscape, as well as briefly looking at suspected archaeoastronomy sites in Louisiana. Best for ages […]
Find out more »Listen to archaeologist and staff member of the Massachusetts Historical Commission, Nadia Waski, discuss a cache of 19th century personal adornment artifacts, daguerreotypes, ambrotypes, and other organic materials, excavated from Cole’s Hill in downtown Plymouth, during the 2016 field season of the Project 400: The Plymouth Colony Archaeological Field School. The cache potentially provides an […]
Find out more »Archaeologist Sam Brookes will conduct Native American mound tours at the Great Delta Bear Affair. The tour will include Rolling Fork, Carter, and Mont Helena mounds. Brookes will talk about the prehistoric builders that constructed the mounds, their lifestyle, as well as their use of the mounds. The mound tours will begin at the Rolling […]
Find out more »Did you know that Halloween was not always about costumes and trick-or-treating? To turn-of-the-20th century Americans, it was a holiday for love and romance. Come learn about and participate in old-time Halloween traditions and games while touring the Sam Bell Maxey House at night. Admission is $5 per person. Children 5 and under are free. […]
Find out more »To celebrate this year's Massachusetts Archaeology Month, archaeologists Dianna Doucette, Erin Flynn, and Suzanne Cherau of the Public Archaeology Lab will discuss how the cultural materials recovered from two excavations in Kingston illustrate indigenous life. Doucette and Flynn will share their research on the Hall Swamp site, a campsite dating to as early as 8,000 […]
Find out more »Visitors can enjoy a nature-based night hike among the ancient mounds. Also included in the program is identifying the various animal furs in the museum, followed by an owl prowl. The program will end with spider sniffing and animal related stories around the campfire. Preregistration is required, with only 60 slots available. Participants are asked […]
Find out more »Alabama’s most famous ghost town is rarely open to nighttime visitors, but on Saturday Oct. 19 and 26, a few lucky people will experience Old Cahawba after dark. Reserve one of a limited number of tickets, and you will be transported to Cahawba’s most haunted locations where authentic historical accounts of ghosts attached to each […]
Find out more »It is said things look different in the dark, and that is true of the Sam Bell Maxey House, especially around Halloween. The Maxey House will be open late on October 26 from 10 p.m. to 12 a.m. for “Maxey by Candlelight.” Visitors are invited to step inside after night has fallen and the lights […]
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