An Information Fair will feature archaeologists to assist with the identification of artifacts and answer questions that property owners may have about archaeological sites on their property. A variety of brochures from the Texas Historical Commission will be distributed to raise awareness of the importance of archaeology for preserving and understanding our varied Texas cultural […]
A free event that invites families to explore the prehistoric history of Orange County. Prehistoric OC will present fun and educational activities and information to the public about Orange County’s rich history and prehistory with activities, fossils and artifacts. Families can enjoy free educational entertainment in the form of hands-on activities from Dino Encounters, volcano […]
The archeology lab is working on processing the artifacts from the recent excavation of a site near Parkin, AR. We will be washing and sorting the artifacts that were discovered in order to learn more about the people who lived at that site and how they may have been related to the people at the […]
Join us for an Open House and Q & A with artifacts from the Frederick A. Luce Collection and learn about pre-European contact Native Haverhill history. Program will showcase artifacts (such at lithics, steatite bowl fragments, ceramics, etc.) that span the ancient occupational periods in more detail. Museum educators will describe their uses and talk […]
Join NASA Solar System Ambassador and solar archaeologist, Marie Kesten Zahn. Build like an astronomer! The movement of the Sun can be used to track the passage of time and to mark important dates during the year like solstices and equinoxes. For centuries, all over the world, people have been making observatories using the environment […]
Activities will include artifact identification—bring your artifacts and have an archaeologist identify them, archaeo-scavenger hunt, simulated mammoth excavation, arts and crafts, and more. All activities are included with general museum admission. Experience a Day of Archaeology at the Museum of the Great Plains is not only celebrating Archaeology Day (October 19, 2019), but also part […]
On Saturday October 12th the NYC Urban Soils Institute will host the Urban Soils Art and Harvest Festival at Gateway National Recreation Area. The festival will feature demonstrations, exhibits, and guided tours from scientists, urban farmers, artists, educators, and park rangers. To celebrate International Archeology Day, join the park archeologist to see artifacts and "tools […]
The Chandler Historical Museum will sponsor a mock dig for children at the annual city festival (Pow Wow). A 15 x 15 area will be gridded with "treasures" (donated coins). Children ages 3-12 will be given sifters, shovels, gloves and assigned a specific area to practice excavating. Those visiting the mock dig will be given […]
Connect, Create, and Discover! Lowell National Historical Park and the Tsongas Industrial History Center are excited to offer a special hands-on workshop and show-and-tell for archaeology month! Bring the whole family to the Boott Cotton Mills to use our weaving workshop space and see some of the park's archaeological collection to discover the Industrial Revolution […]
Enjoy a day of live music, maritime history, nautical demonstrations and children’s activities on the Old Town Alexandria waterfront. Savor local food, beer and wine while experiencing boat building demonstrations from Alexandria Seaport Foundation Apprentices and knot tying from tall ship Providence. Explore Portside History from the Office of Historic Alexandria, highlighting the archaeological findings […]
