Subtopic: Dig into the Past! (45-60 minutes, $135)
Uncover the science of archaeology by investigating artefacts from the ancient cultures of Mesopotamia, Egypt, Indus Valley, China, Greece, and Rome. Work in teams to research and analyze artefacts from the Museum's Teaching Collection, then formulate and test your hypothesis.
*An Education Kit is available for this subtopic ($50/week)
Subtopic: Reframing Archaeology: Sites of the Northwest Coast (45-60 minutes, $135)
Learn about several prominent Northwest Coast archaeological sites. Through traditional First Nations belongings and ways of knowing, gain a deeper understanding of the role and limitations of archeology.
Subtopic: Mummification in Ancient Egypt (45-60 minutes, $135)
Learn more about the process and the significance of mummification in Ancient Egypt. Use your critical thinking skills to gain a deeper understanding of contemporary issues surrounding ethics, collecting, and repatriation in museums.
