Greenwich Park Archaeology Welcome Day
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Explore the history of Greenwich Park!
Bring your curiosity to our FREE August ‘Welcome Day’ at the Greenwich Park Learning Centre – focused on the history and archaeology of Greenwich Park.
Drop in throughout the day to learn more about the most recent archaeological discoveries at Greenwich Park and uncover what objects can tell us about the people who have been here before.
There will be something for everyone with a range of activities on offer:
- Uncover buried artefacts using the tools of an archaeologist!
- Watch and learn how we clean, and ‘process’ finds
- Identify and re-imagine historical artefacts!
“Stones, Bones and Flying Balloons” – explore the park’s history through stories with Rich Sylvester (30-minute session):
11.15am, 12.15pm & 2.15pm
Guided walks with Community Archaeologist (45-minute sessions):
12pm - Saxon Barrow Cemetery
2pm - Roman Temple remains
Early evening talk – uncovering layers of the park’s past with Rich Sylvester @richstories123 - Instagram
This event is running alongside the Council for British Archaeology’s annual Festival of Archaeology.
Please note:
- There is no need to book, this is a drop-in event.
- Activities from 11am - 3pm, are suitable for the whole family. The talk at 4pm is recommended for adults and older children.
- The 4pm talk will be seated, and some light refreshments will be provided for all attendees.
- There may be a photographer taking photos of the event on behalf of The Royal Parks. These photos may be used on social media and shared with our funders. If you do not wish to be in the photos, please tell a member of staff. Please see our privacy policy for details on how we process photographs.
- If you need help finding the event use our What3words: ///woven.learn.buddy
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