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Family Dig Days

Title:Family Dig Days
Date & Time:Sat Oct 10, 2015 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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Event Details:Family Dig Day. Courtesy, Alexandria Archaeology Museum
Family Dig Day. Courtesy, Alexandria Archaeology Museum
Family Dig Days at Shuter's Hill.
101 Callahan Drive, on the Grounds of the George Washington National Masonic Memorial.

The event is presented in three parts, beginning with an introduction to the history and archaeology of the Shuter’s Hill Site, followed by a site tour, and finally gathering around the screens to sift through excavated soil collecting artifacts. The bags of artifacts will be sent to the laboratory in the Museum for processing.

All the necessary equipment will be furnished, but please wear comfortable clothes, boots or sturdy shoes (no sandals), and bring a water bottle.


To accommodate the large demand for the popular Family Dig Day program, the following policy has been established:


$5/person. Fee is non-refundable. Space is limited and reservations are required.

Individuals and families are welcome. Children under sixteen years of age must be accompanied by a participating adult.

Upon receipt of full payment slots are secured and confirmation and additional information will be emailed.

Due to the popularity of this event Dig Days fill quickly and participants may sign up for only one session per season.
Links:
Contact Phone No.:703.746.4399
Contact Email:archaeology@alexandriava.gov
Fees:$5.00 per person. Reservations may be made with receipt of the full non-refundable payment for your selected session. Sessions may be filled already, so please contact us to check availability before mailing your payment to: Family Dig Days; Alexandria Archaeology; 105 N. Union Street; Alexandria, VA 22314
Audience:Anyone may attend
Tags:Archaeology Museum, Family, Museums


For event details visit http://www.alexandriava.gov/c/10666
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