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Excavations at Kelsopolis

Kid-friendly archaeological mock dig
Friday, July 28, 2017
10:00-11:30 AM
Kelsey Museum of Archaeology Map
Does your child dream of becoming an archaeologist or just love to dig? Is your camp group looking for a fun, engaging activity? Join us for Excavations at Kelsopolis, our kid-friendly archaeological mock dig at the Kelsey Museum. This is a great activity for kids ages 5-10 interested in archaeology and history! The Excavations at Kelsopolis program is $2 per child- adults are free.

The program will include:
-A short tour to see some of our favorite Egyptian artifacts
-Digging in our mini dig pits to find replica artifacts*
-Sketching what you find just like an archaeologist
-Practice reassembling artifact replicas

*Please note that none of the replica artifacts can be taken home.

More information and registration: https://lsa.umich.edu/kelsey/education/public-programs/family-programs/excavations-at-kelsopolis.html.
Building: Kelsey Museum of Archaeology
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Event Type: Other
Tags: Archaeology, Children, Museum
Source: Happening @ Michigan from Kelsey Museum of Archaeology, Kelsey Museum of Archaeology Family Programs
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