Calling all junior explorers! The San Diego Archaeological Center invites you to join us for day camp the week of Thanksgiving. Choose individual days or sign up for the whole week of adventure, discovery, and fun!
Grades K - 5 | Nov 25 - 27 | 10 AM - 2:30 PM (extended care hours available)
Whether your child or grandchild is a budding archaeologist or just eager to experience the past in a whole new way, our camp offers something for everyone with arts and crafts, games, and outdoor activities (check out the schedule below for details). Space is limited to 30 campers per session. Sign up now and let the adventure begin!
SCHEDULE:
Monday, Nov 25: Archaeology and the Ancient World – Come discover what archaeology is, is not, and what is bad archaeology. Explore the museum, get a behind-the-scenes tour of our collections laboratory, make coil pots, and practice your bead making skills.
Tuesday, Nov 26: Ancient Games Day – Discover a world before video games, as we explore the 5,000-year-old Game of Twenty Squares, and learn to make your own ancient Egyptian Senet board. Learn to play mancala, backgammon, and chess, or try your hand at Apal Uumarr, or the game of stones.
Wednesday, Nov 27: Ice Age Extravaganza! – Enjoy our final camp day making your very own ice age rock art. Learn cordage weaving, and basket making, and hone your atlatl throwing and archery skills.
Admission/Cost: $80 - $240
Location:
San Diego Archaeology Center
16660 San Pasqual Valley Rd
Escondido, CA
Dates and times:
Monday, November 25 - 10:00 AM to 2:30 PM
Tuesday, November 26 - 10:00 AM to 2:30 PM
Wednesday, November 27 - 10:00 AM to 2:30 PM
