Wild About: Archaeology

Saturday, March 24

Dig in for a day of family fun and discover how archaeology works through hands-on activities, displays and demonstrations.

Scheduled Activities*

Society for Georgia Archaeology
10am – 2pm, Great Hall
Enjoy hands-on activities guided by real archaeologists.

Pottery Demonstration
10am – 2pm, Great Hall
See ancient pottery recreationist Patrick Severts of New South Associates at work and create your own clay masterpiece to take home.

Flint Knapping with Carl Etheridge
10am – 2pm, Great Hall
Discover how ancient tools were created using primitive methods.

Archaeology Photo Opportunity
10am – 2pm, Great Hall
Try on some archaeology gear and show us your best “dig it” pose!

Archaeology Screening Activity
10am – 2pm, Great Hall
Act like an archaeologist as you “sift” through dirt to find artifacts.

Conveyed in Clay: Stories from St. Catherines Island
10am – 5pm, Entry Level
Explore how Native Americans adapted to changes in natural and cultural conditions through the evolution of their pottery in this permanent exhibition.

Archaeology Around the Museum
Self-guided
Use this guide to discover archaeology-based activities in Fernbank’s permanent exhibitions.

Cost: All Wild About: Archaeology activities are included with Museum admission and are free for members.

Did you know?

Archaeologists respectfully study bones, pottery fragments, beads, tools, and anything else left behind by people. Paleontologists study the fossilized remains and traces of plants and animals.

*Activities are subject to change without notice.

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