Archaeology Workshop
Wed, Sep 18
|Heritage Lakewood
Learn how to identify artifacts from your own yard!
Time & Location
Sep 18, 2024, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM MDT
Heritage Lakewood, 801 S Yarrow St, Lakewood, CO 80226, USA
Guests
About the event
Presented by archaeologists at Community Connections LLC, this event will take place at the Heritage Lakewood facility in the Orchard Room, located at the south end of the buildling on Wednesday, September 18th from 6-7 pm.
Join us for an engaging workshop where we dive into the fascinating world of archaeology right from your own backyard! Community Connections in collaboration with Lakewood Historical Society created the , designed for all community members who are curious about the artifacts they may find on their properties.Guardians of Historic Lakewood Program
During the workshop, we’ll guide you through the process of identifying artifacts using the . Whether you’re a history enthusiast or just curious about that old bottle cap you found while gardening, this session will equip you with the tools to uncover the stories behind everyday objects.Guardians of Historic Lakewood handbook
We’ll provide sample artifacts commonly found in backyards, but participants are…
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