Focusing on the study of humans through found objects, Archaeology Day combines both science and history through a day full of ancient artifacts and hands-on demonstrations, with our special guest, the Vermont State Archaeologist Jess Robinson.
Archaeology Day
Dig into science and history!
Archaeology Day combines both science and history through a day of fun-filled activities. Enjoy a variety of activities that will help you discover your inner archaeologist.
Delve into questions that connect science with the familiar:
- How did Vermonters live in the past?
- What tools did Vermonters make and how did they make them?
- What’s happened in Vermont during the last 12,900 years, and how do we know?
ARCHAEOLOGY DAY ACTIVITIES
Activity | Details | Location |
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Stone Artifacts at 11am | Examine stone arrowheads, knives, spearheads, and shards that have all been found in Vermont. | Science Discovery Lab at Hughes Pavilion |
Pottery Artifacts at 1pm | Examine pottery shards under a microscope as you try to match and sort ceramics from different time periods. | Science Discovery Lab at Hughes Pavilion |
Historic Artifacts at 3pm | Explore the nails, bricks, and historic items of 18th and 19th century Vermont. | Science Discovery Lab at Hughes Pavilion |
Modern Artifacts at 3:30pm | Discover the recent archaeological past with this surprising collection of 20th century life. | Science Discovery Lab at Hughes Pavilion |
Atlatl Throwing (tentative) | Using the atlatl to throw darts is based on ancient hunting techniques. Tests your strength and accuracy as you learn how to throw an atlatl. | West Lawn |
Archaeology Day at the Montshire is made possible by the Vermont Division for Historic Preservation as part of Vermont Archaeology Month.