Kids Indoor Experiences
The program is designed to provide an engaging and educational experience that introduces young participants to the field of archaeology and allows them to actively
The Story of Whiskey City is Coming April 26th, 2025
The Story of Whiskey City is Coming April 26th, 2025
Uncover the secrets of the past – dig, discover, and experience archaeology firsthand! An outdoor experience offers participants under 12 years of age a hands-on opportunity to explore the science of uncovering the past. While the experience will vary daily, there is always something to get involved in.
Below are some of the activities you may be participating in depending on the team’s focus for the day:
Get dirty and visit our Smith Site! Kids will get to generate their own archaeological excavation and exploration to help us tell the story of the Smith family – a family who ran a farm on this location in the late 1800’s/early 1900’s. Our archaeologists will help guide kids through the process of using science to study the past.
Archaeologists often explore technologies from the past to learn more about how the people of that time utilized the tools of their place.
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What to Expect
Preserving the past means also preserving the land. Our Stew Crew is always hard at work managing the plants and protecting the land at the Guard Archaeological Preserve.
What to Expect
Other activities that are always available include:
REXplore Augmented Reality: Tour an 800-year-old village using an iPad. Immerse yourself in history with Rex as your tour guide!
Atlatl Range: Learn how ancient hunters used to hunt game with a tool older than the bow and arrow.
River of Time Trails and Wall of Knowledge: Enjoy the sunshine and fresh air, and walk the trails. Signage along the trails and our fence line will tell you the story of Guard Archaeological Preserve over time.
Wear hiking clothes that can get dirty. Bring plenty of water & snacks. Sunscreen, hats, bug spray, sturdy shoes, or hiking boots are recommended.
*if your child has accessibility issues, please call prior to your experience so we can accommodate them*
*For groups larger than 12, please contact Samy, our Director of Programming at samy@exploreari.org
The program is designed to provide an engaging and educational experience that introduces young participants to the field of archaeology and allows them to actively
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