Join our site archeologist, Dr. Sarah Chesney for a walk around our grounds that will show you our most recent archeological investigations. Get the inside scoop about what is planned for the future!
Fab Labs are using 3D technology in a different way to look at artifacts from the ancient past. Join the Muskogee STEAM Center for this free clinic on how archaeologists are using 3D printers to recreate artifacts for classroom use or personal exploration. Participants will learn the applications of 3D printing and Sketchfab Archaeology to […]
Dig to solve a literary riddle! Participants will dig in sand boxes and learn excavation techniques from the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources Heritage Trust to discover artifacts. After all the artifacts are discovered, the group will decide which popular children's book the artifacts are from.
The past will come to life at Fort Griffin State Historic Site on October 11-12, 2019, as living historians gather to portray life at the fort and nearby Wild West town as it was in the 1870's. You're invited to join us from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. both days for exciting demonstrations, education, and […]
Learn first-hand how to help your students practice the basics of inquiry-based learning through crosscurricular lessons that teach archaeology and cultural understanding. Archaeology is an excellent tool for cross-curricular education. Subjects covered in the workshops will include science, mathematics, social studies, history, language arts, geography, and the arts. More information about Project Archaeology can be […]
Students at Archaeology Homeschool Day will experience the trade, tools, and discoveries of archaeologists. Hands-on activities will engage students in archaeological practices including a mock dig, metal detecting and much more. Students will also participate in recreating famous archaeological discoveries. Appropriate for students of all ages, but most appropriate for K-8. Reservations are required for […]
Come join a celebration of Big Bend National Park's 75th birthday. Organizations working in the park will have tables presenting their work, cake will be served, and live music.
Flint-knapping presentation by Jerry Birdwell and Buzzy Parker. Free hotdogs & soft drinks for attendees. Also note that there are free tours of Native American artifacts on display in the Kimble County Historical Museum throughout the month each weekday afternoon from 1:30 - 4:30pm.
On Saturday, Oct. 12, visitors to Poverty Point World Heritage Site are invited to take part in a ranger-led hike showcasing the mounds, earthworks, and nature found in the park. Participants will meet in the museum at 10 a.m. for an introductory video; the hike can take up to two hours to complete, depending on […]
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 […]
