Event

Prehistoric Tools and Weapons Demonstrations

Russell Cave National Monument

Fee:

Free.

Location:

All demonstrations will take place under the designated gazebo area. Check in with the ranger at the front desk for further instructions.

Repeating Event

Days:

Every week on Sunday and Saturday

Dates:

June 04, 2022 to July 31, 2022

Time:

9:00 AM

Duration:

6 hours

Type of Event

Cultural/Craft Demonstration
Talk

From 9AM to 3PM rangers and park staff will be available to demonstrate prehistoric tools and weapons.

Description

Join the Russell Cave staff every weekend to learn about the prehistoric tools and weapons that would have been used by the inhabitants of the cave.  Demonstrations may include use of the atlatl and bow and arrow, starting a fire with a bow drill, using a blow gun, and more!

Reservation or Registration: No

Image Gallery

A ranger stands in front of a crowd displaying a spear with a green field behind him.
A ranger stands in front of a crowd displaying a spear with a green field behind him.
Hear about the prehistoric tools of the Southeast
NPS Photo
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