Archaeology day

Dig up a good time! Learn how archaeologists unlock the secrets of the past.

Two children and two adults are listening to a curator talk about museum objects.

Dates

Tuesday 23 July

Wednesday 24 July

Visitor information

Times 

10am–2pm 

Price

Free. Donations welcome.
No booking required. Drop-in. 

What's on

This event is part of the 2024 Festival of Archaeology. 


Dig up a good time! Learn how archaeologists unlock the secrets of the past.  

Speak with curators about artefacts uncovered by archaeologists and be able to hold items that are over 2,500 years old!  

Speak with a museum expert about what to do if you find archaeology in your garden.  

See how climate change is affecting archaeological sites.  

Plus, other exciting activities. 

This event is aimed at families interested in learning more about archaeology.

Part of the Great North Museum: Hancock's Hidden Worlds season. 

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