SOUTH CAROLINA

South Carolina Archaeology Month takes place in September. For more information, visit: http://www.assc.net/events/archaeology-month

Camp Dig-It is a fun, educational program for young archaeologists. Geared toward children ages 6-12, Camp Dig-It offers an introduction into the field of archaeology by a professional archaeologist. Participants in the program will:

a. Excavate a simulated site in dig boxes
b. Use the same methods archaeologists do
c. Identify artifacts found
d. Work in teams
e. Come to conclusions about their discoveries
f. See real artifacts and learn what they tell us about the past
g. Understand what historical documents and archaeology together can reveal

Summer of 2012: Camp Dig-It will be held on Hilton Head Island, South Carolina at the Coastal Discovery Museum. Please visit www.campdigit.com or the event page at www.coastaldiscovery.org for more information.

The South Carolina State Museum hosts a few programs open for kids entering first through sixth grade. Exploring space, digging dinosaurs, enlisting as civil war soldiers—these are just some of the experiences children enjoy as part of the State Museum's Summer Adventures. For information call (803) 898-4902 (4921 on weekdays), or visit: www.museum.state.sc.us.

On the second Saturday of September, The Charleston Museum stages its Archeological Extravaganza for all those curious about fossils, arrowheads, and other archaeological remains. Kids can dig up their own piece of low country history while learning about tools and methods used in archaeological digs. Museum staff archaeologists will answer any questions regarding archaeological projects in the Charleston area. Call (843) 722-2996, or visit www.charlestonmuseum.com

The South Eastern Wildlife and Environment Education (SEWEE) Association offers natural history programs and educational opportunities at their visitor center. Nature trails and the exhibit hall allow individuals or families room to explore. The center also hosts events and lectures for larger groups. Follow this link to the main web page for more information and check the calendar for upcoming events. Call (843) 928-3368, or visit: www.fws.gov/seweecenter/.

The Chicora Research Foundation offers programs throughout the year, such as exhibits on archaeological investigations and discoveries, educational workshops for third- through fifth-grade students, and mentor programs for high school students. It also offers educational programs and curriculum guides for teachers to help them integrate archaeology into their science, math, or social studies programs and organizes open archaeological site visits for individuals, groups, and school field trips. Call (803) 787-6910, or visit www.chicora.org

The Catawba Cultural Preservation Project has Lab Nights that offer a chance to learn to identify, wash, sort, label, and catalog artifacts that have been recovered from a number of archaeological sites in the Catawba River valley, near Rock Hill. It also sponsors Volunteer Saturdays for children to take the opportunity to participate in a number of ongoing excavations and projects. For more information, call (803) 328-2427, or visit: https://sites.google.com/site/catawbaculturalpreservation/.

The Bob Campbell Geology Museum has over 10,000 rocks, minerals, Native American artifacts, carvings and gemstones. There are programs for adults and children throughout the year. For more information visit: http://www.clemson.edu/public/geomuseum/.

Hobcaw Barony Museum is a 17,500 acre reserve used for educational and research purposes. There is restricted access through tours and programs throughout the year including an exploration and history of the Underground Railroad, bird watching, Fossil Fever and more. There are also summer camps every year. For more information visit: http://www.hobcawbarony.org/Tours.Programs.html.

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