Archaeology Weekend

Saturday, Oct. 8 and Sunday, Oct. 9, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. - Archaeology Weekend

press release: The Rock River Archaeological Society hosts a historical/educational event each year - this is a family event with great learning opportunities for all ages. All indoor and outdoor activities will be held between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 8 and between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 9th at the Horicon Marsh Education and Visitor Center. This event is free of charge.

A buck-skinners encampment with “Dirty Kettle” and friends will both fascinate and educate attendees of all ages. Participants will have the opportunity to walk into a Wigwam, hear stories, and throw a tomahawk. Join Dirty Kettle at 4:30 p.m. on Saturday for a flute circle, with a drum circle to follow. Flags of Wisconsin’s 11 Sovereign Nations will be on display, and a Voyager Canoe with its mountain man driver will be present to answer any questions. An atlatl demonstration, followed by an opportunity to throw at a target, will test the might of all those who attend.

Vendors will be on site with fry bread and items of interest, ranging from jewelry to Native American reproductions. Once inside, visitors will find a beautiful display of museum-quality artifacts and will have an opportunity to visit with collectors. Plus there will be activities for children inside and outside, such as corn grinding and fire starting techniques.

Schedules may be subject to change due to weather and speaker circumstances. More information regarding the Rock River Archeological Society can be found on the group’s Facebook page, or by calling Society President Julie Flemming at 920-928-6094 or 920-210-7865.