9th Annual Archaeological Institute of America Fair
| Hours: | Hours Vary see below |
| Ages: | Infants, Toddlers, Kids, Teens, Adults |
| In/Outdoor: | Indoor, Outdoor |
| Cost: | $ see below |
| Category: | Fairs & Festivals |
The Archaeology Fair is an event that features archaeologically-themed programs and interactive activities for the whole family.
This is your chance to dig into archaeology and uncover the past!
The Archaeology Fair is part of the programming for Massachusetts Archaeology Month.
The event continues to grow every year thanks to museums, institutions, and individuals who volunteer to share their passion for archaeology with the public.
Activities are designed and presented by archaeologists, educators, and other specialists.
This year’s presenters include the Archaeological Institute of America, Diablo Glass School, Legio III Cyrenaica, MA Board of Underwater Archaeological Resources, Massachusetts Archaeological Society, Historic New England, Stellwagen Bank National Marine Sanctuary, New Hampshire Division of Historical Resources, Robert S.
Peabody Museum of Archaeology, Harvard Semitic Museum of Archaeology & Ethnology, and more!
Attendees can explore multiple aspects of archaeology and participate in activities involving pottery, textiles, tool making, shipwrecks, and more!
The fair will take place at the Museum of Science from 9:00-2:00 on Friday, October 16th and from 10:00-3:00 on Saturday, October 17th.
The event is free with Museum of Science admission and will be fun and educational for all ages.
For more information you can visit the event page or contact the AIA at 617-353-9361.
About Archaeological Institute of America (AIA)
Founded in 1879, The Archaeological Institute of America (AIA) is North America's oldest and largest archaeological organization.
Today, the AIA has nearly 210,000 members belonging to over 100 local societies in the United States, Canada, and overseas.
The organization promotes public interest in the cultures and civilizations of the past, supports archaeological research, fosters the sound professional practice of archaeology, and advocates for the preservation of the world's archaeological heritage.
The organization hosts archaeological fairs, lectures and other events throughout North America; publishes Archaeology magazine and the American Journal of Archaeology; awards fellowships and honors; and leads global archaeological travel excursions.
For more information and images please contact:
Joseph Stuckey, AIA Education Assistant at 617-358-6098 or educationassistant@aia.bu.edu
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Friday: 9am-2pm
Saturday: 10am-3pm
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The event is free with Museum of Science admission and will be fun and educational for all ages.
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www.archaeological.org/events/19563
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1 Science Park, Boston, MA, 02114 map
Phone: 617-358-6098
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- The event is free with Museum of Science admission and will be fun and educational for all ages.
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