Children & Families

Eagle Eyed Excavators: Become an Archaeologist for the Day

Free drop-in family day at Durham's Museum of Archaeology: handle real objects, dig up finds and record discoveries in the new Archaeological Skills Tent.

Thursday, 29 October 202611:00 AM - 3:00 PMMuseum of Archaeology, Palace Green Library, Palace Green, Durham DH1 3RNFreeby Museum of Archaeology, Durham University

About This Event

Families can spend a day trying out the work of an archaeologist in the Museum of Archaeology's brand-new Archaeological Skills Tent, set up in the upstairs gallery at Palace Green Library. The activities include handling real archaeological objects, excavating finds, studying what has been uncovered and recording discoveries to share with others. The event is free and drop-in, with no booking required.

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