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Discover the past through hands-on adventures at the Archaeological Research Institute! Explore real dig sites, analyze artifacts, and hike scenic trails as you uncover the stories of ancient cultures. Perfect for families, students, and curious explorers of all ages—plan your visit today and discover how archaeology shapes our understanding of the world!

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July 2026

Happy Hour History: JeMiah Israel

Happy Hour History: JeMiah Israel on the Dinsmore Plantation Join ARI ...

07 Jul

5:30 pm - 8:00 pm

Archaeological Research Institute

126 West High Street. Lawrenceburg, IN 47025

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Guard Site Tour

Join ARI’s Director of Public Archaeology for a guided tour ...

10 Jul

1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Guard Archaeological Preserve

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Artifact, Rock, and Fossil Identification Day

Bring in your artifacts, rocks, and fossils and have them ...

11 Jul

9:30 am - 2:00 pm

Archaeological Research Institute

126 West High Street. Lawrenceburg, IN 47025

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Hands on History: Flint Knapping

Discover the ancient art of stone toolmaking in this hands-on ...

11 Jul

10:00 am - 2:00 pm

Archaeological Research Institute

126 West High Street. Lawrenceburg, IN 47025

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WildCrafted: Paint Making with Botanicals

Learn to create your own natural paints using materials from ...

17 Jul

5:30 pm - 7:00 pm

Archaeological Research Institute

126 West High Street. Lawrenceburg, IN 47025

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America is 250!

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18 Jul

10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Archaeological Research Institute

126 West High Street. Lawrenceburg, IN 47025

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Hands in the Land: Native Tea & Flower Bar

Explore the flavors and histories of native Ohio River Valley ...

25 Jul

1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Archaeological Research Institute

126 West High Street. Lawrenceburg, IN 47025

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August 2026

Dog Days of Summer

Spend a pet-friendly summer day exploring how dogs help uncover ...

01 Aug

10:00 am - 12:00 pm

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Happy Hour History: Fernald Nature Preserve

Join us for our monthly speaker series! Learn about the ...

04 Aug

5:30 pm - 8:00 pm

Archaeological Research Institute

126 West High Street. Lawrenceburg, IN 47025

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Guard Site Tour

Join ARI’s Director of Public Archaeology for a guided tour ...

07 Aug

1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Guard Archaeological Preserve

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Artifact, Rock, and Fossil Identification Day

Bring in your artifacts, rocks, and fossils and have them ...

08 Aug

9:30 am - 2:00 pm

Archaeological Research Institute

126 West High Street. Lawrenceburg, IN 47025

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Hands on History: Blacksmithing Basics Workshop

Step into the forge and learn the foundational skills of ...

08 Aug

10:00 am

Archaeological Research Institute

126 West High Street. Lawrenceburg, IN 47025

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