Hands-on History at the Presidio Museum
Description: Hands-on History
Explore how science is used to reveal the past. We will use experiential archaeology, tree ring dating and ancient technologies to discover the secrets of history. Learn how to make arrowheads, analyze pottery, make pottery, try tree ring dating (dendrochronology), and more.
Dates: June 2-6
Hours: 8:30 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Where: Presidio Museum
Address: 196 N. Court Avenue
Cost: $265 for five day camp. 8:30am - 2pm
Ages: 9-15
Organization: Presidio Museum
Phone: 520-622-0594
Email: ginger@tucsonpresidio.com
Registration website: tucsonpresidio.com
Registration deadline: May 29, 2025
Is the registration fee refundable? Yes
Camp days offered: Full day
Maximum attendees: 15
Is lunch offered? No
Extended days offered: No
Discounts: Need based scholarships available. Contact info@tucsonpresidio.com
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