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Fernbank Museum Announces Special Programs Recognizing Georgia
Archaeology Awareness Month
Georgia Archaeology Awareness Month, recognized each May, is a state-wide initiative designed to promote public awareness, support learning and encourage preservation of Georgia’s archaeological resources. Fernbank Museum of Natural History has partnered with the Society for Georgia Archaeology to offer opportunities for Museum visitors to learn more about this fascinating science and the look into human history it provides.
What: Archaeology Day
When: Saturday, May 20, 2006, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: Fernbank Museum of Natural History
Description: You don’t have to go to exotic sites on the other side of the world for archaeological discoveries. In fact, many fascinating sites have been found right here in Georgia—from the Etowah Mounds in Cartersville to Mission Santa Catalina de Guale on St. Catherines Island. Join Fernbank Museum and celebrate Georgia Archaeology Awareness Month at Archaeology Day. Learn more about what archaeologists do during this family fun day filled with archaeology-themed crafts, activities and special demonstrations focusing on Native American crafts and technologies.
Cost Information: Activities for Archaeology Day are included with Museum admission. Museum admission is $12 for adults, $11 for students/seniors, $10 for children 12 and under, and free for members.
Related Event for Adults—Special Lecture
What: New Discoveries at an Ancient Settlement: Recent Archaeology of Georgia’s Etowah Mounds
When: Tuesday, May 9, 7 p.m.
Where: Fernbank Museum of Natural History, Auditorium
Description: Etowah Indian Mounds State Historic Site near Cartersville is one of the most important archaeological sites in the United States. Nearly 1,000 years ago huge earthen monuments were built there by a sophisticated prehistoric society. Dr. Adam King of the South Carolina Institute of Anthropology and Archaeology will present the results of his recent explorations at Etowah and address the question of how Etowah relates to the history of the Creek and Cherokee Indians.
Cost Information: The lecture is free, but reservations are required at 404.929.6400.
Museum Information: Fernbank Museum is located at 767 Clifton Road, NE. The Museum is accessible by MARTA and free parking is available. For more information on Fernbank’s archaeology programs, directions or upcoming events, call 404.929.6300 or visit www.fernbankmuseum.org. Be sure to mark your calendar for more family fun with Reptile Day on July 22 and Dinosaur Birthday Bash on August 19.
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