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Archaeological Excavation
2026-07-30 17:30:00 2026-07-30 18:30:00 America/New_York Archaeological Excavation Become a junior archaeologist! Kids can dig through an excavation bin to uncover fossils and artifacts in this hands-on discovery program. Locust Grove Public Library - Meeting Room

Thursday, July 30
5:30pm - 6:30pm

Add to Calendar 2026-07-30 17:30:00 2026-07-30 18:30:00 America/New_York Archaeological Excavation Become a junior archaeologist! Kids can dig through an excavation bin to uncover fossils and artifacts in this hands-on discovery program. Locust Grove Public Library - Meeting Room

Become a junior archaeologist! Kids can dig through an excavation bin to uncover fossils and artifacts in this hands-on discovery program.

Grab your brushes and get ready to uncover the past! In this hands-on archaeological excavation program, kids will step into the shoes of real archaeologists. Participants will dig through an excavation bin filled with hidden fossils and artifacts, carefully uncovering and discovering each piece.


Along the way, kids will learn about archaeology, fossils, and the careful techniques used to uncover history. Come dig in and see what ancient secrets you can uncover! 🦴🏺🔎


No registration required.

AGE GROUP: | Tweens | Children |

EVENT TYPE: | Social | Education |

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