ARCHEOLOGY DAY
Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site
130 Ramey Street, (off Collinsville Road)
Collinsville, Illinois

Saturday August 7, 2010
10 am - 4 pm
Free

Located at Cahokia Mounds is the site of the remains of the most sophisticated Native American Civilization north of Mexico and has been designated a World Heritage Site by the United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization for its importance in understanding the cultural heritage of the native civilizations in North America. Archeology Days features a variety of educational events, demonstrations, and activities that allows the whole family to gain insight on the lifestyle of ancient Native Americans.

Expert Demonstrations of Ancient Crafts
Firemaking Pottery
 
Basketry Hide Tanning
Other Demonstrations include:
Flintknapping, Gourd Craft, Fingerweaving
Bone & Shell Ornament Carving, Bow & Arrow Making, & More!

For more information on this event call call 1-800-289-2388 or 618-346-5160

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