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Archeology Day in the Park

George Washington Birthplace National Monument

Special Event
  • Oct 17, 2026 at 10:00 AM
  • Free

For two Saturdays in October, park staff invite you to explore the archeology of George Washington’s birthplace during Archeology Days in the Park.

On October 10th from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., visitors can watch as artifacts and museum objects within the park's collections are scanned to create 3D models. Guests will also have the opportunity to interact hands-on with the virtual models and ask questions.

On October 17th from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., park rangers will offer a variety of family-friendly activities that introduce visitors to the scientific methods archeologists use to understand how people lived in the past through the objects they left behind.

Fees

This event is free to attend.

Location

Start your archeology experience at the Visitor Center and then walk into the Memorial Area of the park.

Latitude and Longitude 38.183093, -76.917977

Schedule

Date:

Oct 17, 2026

Time:

10:00 AM

Duration:

6 hours

Contact Information

Dustin Baker
804 224-1732
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Event Type

  • Festival
Tags: archeology, virginia archeology month, george washington birthplace national monument