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Release February 2010 -- Coming July 5 - July 16 (9:00-3:00 Monday-Friday). Thi is a special opportunity for students ages 16 through adult to seek the secrets of Portsmouth’s past. Join a real archaeological excavation. Strawbery Banke's Archaeology Department plans to to excavate the grounds of the 1762 Chase House site to gather information about its former kitchen ell, barn and privy. That’s right, you get the privedge of exploring an 18th century privy. (Contined below)

Students in the Archaeology Field School work alongside professional archaeologists, preservationists, curators, and historians, exploring the site with volunteers and students of all ages. Learn approved excavation techniques and be part of a team, unearthing information about four centuries of neighborhood life.

This two-week, intensive experience includes fieldwork, lab work, object handling and identification, tours, activities, and instruction. The Archeological Field School is a valuable opportunity for career exploration as well as a fun outdoor learning experience.

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$400 member/$500 nonmembers

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REGISTRATION

Pre-registration is required for all programs.

Registration will begin on Monday, February 1, 2010.

For Archaeology Field School, please contact Sheila Charles -- email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

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