Archaeology of the Lower Fraser River

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Friday, September 4th, 2026

Experience type:

In-Person

Program Description

Visit the Laboratory of Archaeology (LOA) and be an archaeologist for the day! Discover the rich, 9,000-year history of the First Nations people who live along the lower Fraser River by learning about their ways of life, tools, and technologies. This program was designed in collaboration with archaeologists from the Laboratory of Archaeology at UBC. We also recognize with appreciation the Musqueam people whose knowledge guides the ongoing evolution of the program.

This program includes a hands-on introduction to cultural materials used long ago for hunting, fishing, wood-working and home life. Students will engage with real and replica belongings to determine how they were made, how they might have been used, and why they survived for thousands of years. After a brief introduction to First Nations’ use of the cedar tree and a rope-making demonstration, the program will conclude with each student making a bracelet.

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Big Ideas

Creative expression is a means to explore and share one’s identity within a community.

Exploring works of art exposes us to diverse values, knowledge, and perspectives.

Indigenous knowledge is passed down through oral history, traditions, and collective memory.

Indigenous societies throughout the world value the well-being of the self, the land, spirits, and ancestors.

Learning about indigenous peoples nurtures multicultural awareness and respect for diversity.

People from diverse cultures and societies share some common experiences and aspects of life.

Trip Details

City:

Vancouver

For Grades:

4, 5, 6, 7

Months Available:

January, February, March, April, May, June, October, November, December

Days Offered:

Wednesday

Times Offered:

10:00 am, 12:00 pm

Duration:

90 minutes unless otherwise stated.

Maximum Students:

Offered In French:

Also Offered For:

Other

Packages Provided:

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Fee Details

Cost Per Student:

$8.00

Fee Notes:

Museum Admission: Groups of 10 or more students (K–12) receive a discounted rate of $8/student (free for Indigenous students and students 5 years old and under).
Program Fee: In addition to museum admission, guided school programs have a flat fee of $105/class (max. 30 students).
Cancellation Policy: 50% of the total booking fee will be charged if a cancellation notice is received less than two weeks prior to your scheduled visit.

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