San Diego Archaeological Center

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16666 San Pasqual Valley Road
Escondido, CA 92027 United States Get Directions
Phone (760) 291-0370
Website https://sandiegoarchaeology.org/

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    San Diego Archaeological Center 16666 San Pasqual Valley Road, Escondido, CA, United States
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  • Sip & Craft: Festive Ornaments & Native Plant Garlands

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    Create handmade holiday decorations that showcase the beauty around us and enjoy good cheer all around! Harvest your own toyon berries and leaves to string together into beautiful, natural garlands and create ornaments that celebrate archaeology and the beauty of stratigraphy. All materials will be provided. Tickets include two glasses of wine (non-alcoholic options also available). Ages 21+ only Tickets: $30, SDAC Members $25 Registration is closed.

    $25 – $30

  • Art with an Archaeologist: Ornaments

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    Get creative making festive, handmade ornaments! Our Holiday Art with an Archaeologist workshop is free for kids 12 and under. We will be talking about the earth underfoot and creating unique ornaments that showcase the beauty of stratigraphy. All materials will be provided.

    Free

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    San Diego Archaeological Center 16666 San Pasqual Valley Road, Escondido, CA, United States
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  • Fall Into Archaeology Day Camp

    Featured Fall Into Archaeology Day Camp
    San Diego Archaeological Center 16666 San Pasqual Valley Road, Escondido, CA, United States
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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! Grades: 2-7 Schedule: November 24 to 26 Hours: 10 AM to 2:30 PM Extended care hours: Early drop-off (starting at 8:30 AM) and late pickup (ending at 4 PM) are available for an additional fee. For pricing and registration, see our Fall Into Archaeology Day Camp page.

  • Pseudoscience Lecture: Fact or Fiction? Hoaxes, Hearsay, and Hollywood

    San Diego Archaeological Center 16666 San Pasqual Valley Road, Escondido, CA, United States
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    This lecture stems from one of the Center's recent exhibits which investigates our irrational fascination with fantastical stories and ideas about human history. Public Archaeology Director Adam Niesley will explore the scientific evidence (or lack thereof) for commonly held archaeological beliefs and how conspiracies develop.

  • Museum Reopening Open House

    San Diego Archaeological Center 16666 San Pasqual Valley Road, Escondido, CA, United States
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    To celebrate our museum reopening, join us rain or shine for a free open house with hands-on activities, a lecture, and light refreshments. In addition to viewing our upgraded facilities, be the first to see our new and revitalized exhibits, including the debut of Kumeyaay Cosmology on loan from the Imperial Valley Desert Museum. This immersive exhibit explores the Kumeyaay people’s relationship with the seasons, stars, and celestial events.  Event Schedule 10 AM: Museum opens 10:30 AM - 11 AM: Opening ceremony 11 AM - 1 PM: Hands-on activities 1 PM - 2 PM: Fact or Fiction: Hollywood, Hoaxes, and Hearsay Lecture  

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    San Diego Archaeological Center 16666 San Pasqual Valley Road, Escondido, CA, United States
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  • Historic Archery Day

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    San Diego Archaeological Center 16666 San Pasqual Valley Road, Escondido, CA, United States
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    We're stringing our bows for a spot of archery featuring fresh hay bale targets right here at the San Diego Archaeological Center! Shoot some rounds and learn about how different cultures around the world crafted, hunted, and fought with bows and arrows. This event is family friendly. Kids will enjoy a supervised range at the front of the museum all to themselves, with an adults-only range for more powerful bows in the back. No previous experience required. Please bring your own gear if possible. A limited amount of gear will be available to borrow - first come, first served. Cost: $15; SDAC Members Free

    Free – $15

  • Art with an Archaeologist: Mesoamerican Masks

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    San Diego Archaeological Center 16666 San Pasqual Valley Road, Escondido, CA, United States
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    Following our lecture on Modeling Mesoamerican Masks, join us for a special Art with an Archaeologist workshop and make your own tissue paper mask. All ages (including adults) are welcome. Pro Tip: Attend our lecture on Modeling Mesoamerican Masks: Using Photogrammetry to Bring Cultural Heritage to Life to get inspired!

    Free