Family-oriented archaeology fairs are a fun way to bring archaeology, history, and cultural heritage to the public. At a fair, local archaeologists, museums, historical organizations, student groups, and re-enactors present hands-on activities and provide demonstrations of ancient technologies.
Fairs are generally free-flowing and run like an open house. All presenters are at their tables/booths for the allotted time and talk to visitors as they move around the fair.
Are you interested in organizing an archaeology fair? Here’s how:
Note: the following schedule assumes about a year of lead time and attempts to spread out the work as much as possible. This schedule can be condensed as needed.
The AIA is North America's largest and oldest nonprofit organization dedicated to archaeology. The Institute advances awareness, education, fieldwork, preservation, publication, and research of archaeological sites and cultural heritage throughout the world. Your contribution makes a difference.
