SDAC Events
Events
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1 event,Seniors 65+ can enjoy free admission to the Center on Wednesdays. Discover the science of archaeology through our interactive Archaeology 101 exhibit, explore the cultural periods of San Diego, and uncover the Lives and Lifestyles on Block 112: The Untold Story of San Diego’s Working Class. |
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Join us on select Thursday mornings for archaeology-themed story time at the Center. Stay afterwards to explore the museum with family-friendly activities like our Archaeology Quest and Field Lab. This activity is funded in part by City of San Diego Cultural Affairs.
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1 event,Seniors 65+ can enjoy free admission to the Center on Wednesdays. Discover the science of archaeology through our interactive Archaeology 101 exhibit, explore the cultural periods of San Diego, and uncover the Lives and Lifestyles on Block 112: The Untold Story of San Diego’s Working Class. |
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Join us on select Thursday mornings for archaeology-themed story time at the Center. Stay afterwards to explore the museum with family-friendly activities like our Archaeology Quest and Field Lab. This activity is funded in part by City of San Diego Cultural Affairs.
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From 2023 to 2025, the Palomar College archaeology excavation class uncovered a long-forgotten nineteenth-century adobe in San Diego County’s Elfin Forest/Harmony Grove area. These excavations provide the first comprehensive archaeological documentation of this historic adobe, revealing new insights into its residence, the community, and its place in the region’s past. Conducted in cooperation with property owner Greg White and regional historian Alexa Clausen, the project investigated the adobe’s architecture, history, and changing use. Across four field seasons and 47 excavation units, students and researchers documented distinctive stone foundations, interior walls, a collapsed brick chimney, and other architectural features that offer new insights into historic building practices and domestic life. Drawing on archaeological evidence, archival research, and comparisons with the nearby Robert Israel Adobe, this presentation explores the intertwined Californio and Anglo-American histories of the Aliso District. Despite extensive disturbance from erosion, salvage, recreational use, and other post-abandonment processes, the excavations revealed important details about the adobe’s construction and history, contributing to a deeper understanding of San Diego County’s historic adobe architecture and regional past. Cost: $15; SDAC Members $5 About the Presenter Betsy Pain is an Associate Professor of Anthropology at Palomar College, where she serves as the Archaeology Program Coordinator. She earned her B.A. in Anthropology from UCLA and her M.A. in Anthropology from California State University, Northridge. Her specialty is historical archaeology, with a focus on bringing to light the stories of underrepresented communities through archaeological research. Above all, Betsy is passionate about working with students, sharing her love of archaeology, and providing hands-on learning experiences in both the field and the laboratory.
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1 event,Seniors 65+ can enjoy free admission to the Center on Wednesdays. Discover the science of archaeology through our interactive Archaeology 101 exhibit, explore the cultural periods of San Diego, and uncover the Lives and Lifestyles on Block 112: The Untold Story of San Diego’s Working Class. |
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Join us on select Thursday mornings for archaeology-themed story time at the Center. Stay afterwards to explore the museum with family-friendly activities like our Archaeology Quest and Field Lab. This activity is funded in part by City of San Diego Cultural Affairs.
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Join us for a members-only presentation delving into the murky, storied archaeological past of our favorite malted beverage. From ancient Sumerian hymns to Egyptian tombs to the secretive monasteries of old Bavaria, we'll uncover how archaeological findings such as brewing tools and ancient recipes reveal beer's influence on culture, economy, and social life throughout history. This free event is for ages 21+ and includes two beverages per person. Not a member or need to renew? Purchase Membership
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Whether your child or grandchild is a budding archaeologist or just eager to experience the past in a whole new way, our camp offers something for everyone. Get ready for a week filled with adventure, discovery, and endless fun! Space is limited to 30 campers per session. Sign up now and let the adventure begin! Our autumn day camp for elementary school students will take place the week of Thanksgiving. Choose individual days or choose them all! Ages: 7-12 Dates: November 23 – 25, 2026 Hours: 10 AM to 2:30 PM Extended care hours: Early drop-off (starting at 9 AM) and late pickup (ending at 4 PM) are available for an additional fee. Pricing: Full Session: $300; SDAC Members $260 Daily Rate: $100/day Extended Care Hours: $20 per camper per day Registrations are non-refundable. Enrollment information will be sent within 7 business days of registration. Please note that registration is not confirmed until SDAC staff send a confirmation email with enrollment information. Many of our activities are outside in the San Pasqual Valley. All campers MUST wear close toed shoes, and bring a hat, water bottle, and sunscreen. Campers must provide their own snacks and a lunch brought in a clearly labelled brown paper bag. All lunches are stored in our communal fridge, so we ask that no peanut products be brought to the San Diego Archaeological Center for the safety of those who may have a severe allergy. For additional questions, contact education@sandiegoarchaeology.org. For more family-friendly activities, check out our Upcoming Events calendar.
$100 – $300
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Whether your child or grandchild is a budding archaeologist or just eager to experience the past in a whole new way, our camp offers something for everyone. Get ready for a week filled with adventure, discovery, and endless fun! Space is limited to 30 campers per session. Sign up now and let the adventure begin! Our autumn day camp for elementary school students will take place the week of Thanksgiving. Choose individual days or choose them all! Ages: 7-12 Dates: November 23 – 25, 2026 Hours: 10 AM to 2:30 PM Extended care hours: Early drop-off (starting at 9 AM) and late pickup (ending at 4 PM) are available for an additional fee. Pricing: Full Session: $300; SDAC Members $260 Daily Rate: $100/day Extended Care Hours: $20 per camper per day Registrations are non-refundable. Enrollment information will be sent within 7 business days of registration. Please note that registration is not confirmed until SDAC staff send a confirmation email with enrollment information. Many of our activities are outside in the San Pasqual Valley. All campers MUST wear close toed shoes, and bring a hat, water bottle, and sunscreen. Campers must provide their own snacks and a lunch brought in a clearly labelled brown paper bag. All lunches are stored in our communal fridge, so we ask that no peanut products be brought to the San Diego Archaeological Center for the safety of those who may have a severe allergy. For additional questions, contact education@sandiegoarchaeology.org. For more family-friendly activities, check out our Upcoming Events calendar.
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Whether your child or grandchild is a budding archaeologist or just eager to experience the past in a whole new way, our camp offers something for everyone. Get ready for a week filled with adventure, discovery, and endless fun! Space is limited to 30 campers per session. Sign up now and let the adventure begin! Our autumn day camp for elementary school students will take place the week of Thanksgiving. Choose individual days or choose them all! Ages: 7-12 Dates: November 23 – 25, 2026 Hours: 10 AM to 2:30 PM Extended care hours: Early drop-off (starting at 9 AM) and late pickup (ending at 4 PM) are available for an additional fee. Pricing: Full Session: $300; SDAC Members $260 Daily Rate: $100/day Extended Care Hours: $20 per camper per day Registrations are non-refundable. Enrollment information will be sent within 7 business days of registration. Please note that registration is not confirmed until SDAC staff send a confirmation email with enrollment information. Many of our activities are outside in the San Pasqual Valley. All campers MUST wear close toed shoes, and bring a hat, water bottle, and sunscreen. Campers must provide their own snacks and a lunch brought in a clearly labelled brown paper bag. All lunches are stored in our communal fridge, so we ask that no peanut products be brought to the San Diego Archaeological Center for the safety of those who may have a severe allergy. For additional questions, contact education@sandiegoarchaeology.org. For more family-friendly activities, check out our Upcoming Events calendar.
$100 – $300
Seniors 65+ can enjoy free admission to the Center on Wednesdays. Discover the science of archaeology through our interactive Archaeology 101 exhibit, explore the cultural periods of San Diego, and uncover the Lives and Lifestyles on Block 112: The Untold Story of San Diego’s Working Class. |
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Join us on select Thursday mornings for archaeology-themed story time at the Center. Stay afterwards to explore the museum with family-friendly activities like our Archaeology Quest and Field Lab. This activity is funded in part by City of San Diego Cultural Affairs.
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The North County Archery Club has become a favorite gathering for many of our members and the local community. To help ensure the long-term success of our open range events, we are pausing upcoming sessions while we complete several behind-the-scenes updates. Thank you for your understanding and continued enthusiasm. We hope to see you at our other upcoming events in the meantime. |
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1 event,Seniors 65+ can enjoy free admission to the Center on Wednesdays. Discover the science of archaeology through our interactive Archaeology 101 exhibit, explore the cultural periods of San Diego, and uncover the Lives and Lifestyles on Block 112: The Untold Story of San Diego’s Working Class. |
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Join us on select Thursday mornings for archaeology-themed story time at the Center. Stay afterwards to explore the museum with family-friendly activities like our Archaeology Quest and Field Lab. This activity is funded in part by City of San Diego Cultural Affairs.
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