Learn with Me Day - I Dig George - Archived - Archived

  • Apr 28, 2021 9:30 AM-3:30 PM

  • George Washington's Ferry Farm

    268 Kings Highway, Fredericksburg, Virginia, 22405

Ticket Price $5.00-$10.00 This event is now over
Description

Time Slots: 9:30-10:30         11:00-12:00        1:00-2:00            2:30-3:30

Site: Ferry Farm

Topic: I Dig George 

Description:  Learn With Me Day is an on-site program (aligned with VA SOLs) Good for homeschool or students who are virtual learning in grade levels K-6th. Participants will engage with the archaeology process and learn the importance of the process to historical research.  Students will dig at a simulated archaeological site. They will also learn about gridding the dig site, sifting for artifacts, and then washing, identifying, and mending artifacts.  Students will be challenged to think critically about artifacts they uncover during their dig and will leave with a new-found knowledge of what can be discovered under the ground.

COVID Requirements: Guests will be asked to maintain social distancing and masks will be required.

Tickets: $10 per student, $5 per parent attendee. Advanced purchase required, as tour size will be limited.

Date & Time

Apr 28, 2021 9:30 AM-3:30 PM

Venue Details

George Washington's Ferry Farm

268 Kings Highway, Fredericksburg, Virginia, 22405

George Washington's Ferry Farm
The George Washington Foundation

Historic Kenmore and George Washington’s Ferry Farm are owned and operated by The George Washington Foundation.

 

The mission of The George Washington Foundation is to enhance the public understanding and appreciation of the lives, values, and legacies of George Washington, Fielding and Betty Washington Lewis, and their families.

 

The George Washington Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, headquartered in Fredericksburg, Virginia. The Foundation relies on support from its generous donors and volunteers for its ongoing programs.