Friday, July 31, 2009

Archaeology Day at Cahokia Mounds--Aug 1

Cahokia Mounds Historic Site will be hosting Archeology Day this Saturday from 10am to 4pm.

Expert craftpersons will demonstrate ancient crafts including bow & arrow making, flintknapping, potterymaking, fingerweaving, bone-shell-gourd carving, and more. Archaeologists will explain scientific techniques, visitors can wash 1,000 year old artifacts, tour excavations and hear storytelling. Food & drinks will be available.

For more information, visit the Cahokia Mounds website or call 618-346-5160.

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