[MassHistPres] Archaeology Month October 2008 Calendar of Events

[Chris Skelly]

Come join the excitement during Massachusetts Archaeology Month, October
2008! This is the 18th annual celebration of archaeology in
Massachusetts. Archaeology Month features more than 60 events that
promote awareness of the Commonwealth's rich archaeological past through
fun and engaging programs. This year's theme is "Pointing to the Past."
Archaeology Month offers a variety of programs for adults, children,
parents, and teachers. Programs highlight local history as well as
archaeology around the world. Events include lectures, tours,
storytelling, exhibits, walks, canoe tours, and demonstrations. The
Calendar of Events and Poster for Massachusetts Archaeology Month are
available for download at MHC's website (www.sec.state.ma.us/mhc).
Printed posters and calendars are also available.  Call the MHC
617-727-8470 to receive a copy or to be added to our mailing list. In
addition to the event listings, the calendar includes information about
Massachusetts museums with archaeology programs and archaeological
websites, for use as a year-round resource on archaeology. Archaeology
Month is sponsored by Secretary of the Commonwealth William Francis
Galvin, Chairman of the Massachusetts Historical Commission.


For a direct link to the calendar, click on

http://www.sec.state.ma.us/mhc/mhcarch/arch08/arch08idx.htm 


Chris Skelly
Director of Local Government Programs
Massachusetts Historical Commission