Archaeology and Cultural Awareness Day

Our Archaeology and Cultural Awareness Day ​event is designed for people of all ages to learn about what archaeology is, how to excavate artifacts responsibly and to learn about local Native American culture. We partner with California State Parks, Redwood National Park, Six River National Forest, Humboldt State University's Anthropology Club and local Native American cultural practitioners to bring an engaging and educational event to the public. Activities in the past have included demonstrations of flint knapping, local Native American basket weaving, bow making, traditional storytelling, make-and-take artwork, a hands-on mock excavation site suitable for all ages, and professional archaeologists explaining the work they perform. We also close the street directly in front of the museum for additional activities.