Today’s archaeologists can see underground without digging, map objects that are hidden beneath vegetation, and tell what animal was wounded by a spear point! Is this magic or the science of archaeology?
The Archaeological Society of Central Oregon invites you to explore the topic of archaeology -- the study of people from the past. Archaeologists learn about past cultures by studying the artifacts left behind; a sherd of broken pottery, a stone tool, a broken wagon wheel. By uncovering and studying the evidence of past lives, archaeologists discover many things about their culture -- from what they ate and how they lived, to the environment in which they made their homes. Join us as we:
Examine and analyze artifacts.
“I’m an archaeologist, not a magician, but I can see why you might be confused.”
Eileen Gose, Outreach Coordinator and Presenter More information here
Eileen Gose, Outreach Coordinator and Presenter
More information here
Locations & Dates:
Portland: Gateway Discovery Park - Saturday, May 31st
Central Oregon: Deschutes Historical Museum in Bend - Saturday, June 7th
Harney County: Hines Park in Burns/Hines - Saturday, June 28th
The Dalles: The Columbia Gorge Discovery Center & Museum - TBD
Click HERE for details on these events.
Example Outreach Worksheets
Rock Art
Rock Art Analysis
Artifact
Artifact Analysis
Context Activity Sheet
Mailing address: PO Box 8146, Bend, Oregon 97708-8146
Email: ascoinfomail@gmail.com
"Archaeological Society of Central Oregon" is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization
