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Dig it Out with MuseoLab

In the framework of the Sci-Fi Trilogy exhibition, Dar El-Nimer for Arts and Culture would like to invite you to a kids' workshop, organised by MuseoLab'

Archaeology is the study of material ancient human remains. During this workshop, participants will have the chance to discover archaeology through interactive, hands-on activities:

1st Activity: Archaeological Field Technician
Become an archaeologist for a day and dig out a reconstitution of an archaeological site.

2nd Activity: Prehistorian
Bring the unearthed artefacts to the laboratory and work side by side with a prehistorian to study the prehistoric remains, such as flint tools, found during the excavation.

3rd Activity: Archaeozoologist
Become an archaeozoologist assistant for a day and discover which animals used to live on the excavated site.

MuseoLab' is a Lebanese scientific youth organization, founded in 2017, by two archaeologists specialized in public engagement and informal education: Nelly Abboud and Jwana Chahoud. MuseoLab’ aims to promote the history of Lebanon and to raise awareness about the importance of the preservation of Lebanese cultural heritage. To reach that end, MuseoLab’ organizes educational workshops in schools, universities, museums, galleries, municipalities, natural and archaeological sites, and many more.

'Dig It Out' is a one-day workshop that is repeated on 4 different Saturdays: April 28th, May 5th, May 12th and May 19th.

Location: Terrace, Third floor | Ages: 8 – 13