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Arrowheads, Rocks and Dinosaurs (for students entering grades 4-6)
What’s the difference between a geologist, archaeologist and paleontologist? You’ll find out by taking this introduction to the sciences. Check out real artifacts and fossils...
Dates: Jul 9

Introduction to Archaeology (Grades 1-4)
Discover the science of archaeology by participating in hands-on activities like those used by archaeologists out in the field. Explore Mississippi Valley Archaeology Center's Archaeology...
Dates: Jul 8

Introduction to Archaeology (for students entering grades 5-9)
Explore the Mississippi Valley Archaeology Center's Archaeology Laboratory and work with artifacts recovered from area excavations as an introduction to the science of archaeology. Discover...
Dates: Jul 10

Jacob, Who Became Israel
Jacob struggles in the womb with this twin brother, Esau, and fights with Laban, his father-in-law. His most successful bout is with an angel whom...
Dates: Jul 14 to Jul 19

Look Who Just Got Off the Boat! An Historical Look at U.S. Immigration
...Give me your tired, your poor, your huddled masses yearning to breathe free... - Emma Lazarus, poet. As a nation of immigrants, the U.S.'s historic...
Dates: Oct 4

Middle School Field Experience (students entering grades 5-9)
Take your excitement for archaeology to the field! Students who have taken the Introduction to Archaeology class in the past can join a La Crosse...
Dates: Jul 11 to Jul 12

Public Archaeology Field Schools: High School and Adult
This multi-day event includes both field and lab experiences and is a well-rounded opportunity for those who want to learn about the process of archaeology....
Dates: Jul 8 to Jul 12

The Dead Sea Scrolls
We will view a PBS Nova documentary about the discovery of the famous Dead Sea Scrolls, assess their probable connection with the archaeological remains at...
Dates: Oct 7

Theodore Roosevelt: Champion of the American Spirit
Theodore Roosevelt remains one of the most popular figures in all of American history. This seminar will review the life and times of Theodore Roosevelt...
Dates: Jul 14 to Jul 19