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28/05/2004
Young people 'dig' archaeology days
The DoE's Environment and Heritage Service today announced plans for a series of archaeological digs across North Down next month.
The events are being coordinated with other organisations to coincide with the June Summer Solstice.
Members of the North Down Heritage Centre’s Young Archaeologists Club took part in today’s launch - eager to uncover as much as they could about the dozens of events.
Dr Chris Lynn of EHS said: "Have you ever wanted to see what happens at an archaeological dig, or see the rebuilding of a wedge tomb? Do you want to see demonstrations of ancient weaponry and crafts at close quarters, or perhaps take a tour of an ancient battlesite?
"Well, Archaeology Days will provide these opportunities for everyone, of all ages, with the chance to gain an unique insight into Northern Ireland’s past.
"We are fortunate that Northern Ireland’s heritage is richly diverse and this is reflected in the variety of events which will take place over the 19-21 June weekend. Many will be free of charge and I encourage everyone to take the opportunity to join us and discover our past through archaeology."
Among the events planned for next month include an open day at the school of Archaeology and Palaeoecology QUB; prehistoric pottery in the Ulster Museum, a tour of the site of the Battle of Yellow Ford and other historic sites in Co Armagh.
Next month's events have the support of the Council of British Archaeology which sponsors an annual Archaeology Day in England and Wales during July and in Scotland each September.
(MB)
The events are being coordinated with other organisations to coincide with the June Summer Solstice.
Members of the North Down Heritage Centre’s Young Archaeologists Club took part in today’s launch - eager to uncover as much as they could about the dozens of events.
Dr Chris Lynn of EHS said: "Have you ever wanted to see what happens at an archaeological dig, or see the rebuilding of a wedge tomb? Do you want to see demonstrations of ancient weaponry and crafts at close quarters, or perhaps take a tour of an ancient battlesite?
"Well, Archaeology Days will provide these opportunities for everyone, of all ages, with the chance to gain an unique insight into Northern Ireland’s past.
"We are fortunate that Northern Ireland’s heritage is richly diverse and this is reflected in the variety of events which will take place over the 19-21 June weekend. Many will be free of charge and I encourage everyone to take the opportunity to join us and discover our past through archaeology."
Among the events planned for next month include an open day at the school of Archaeology and Palaeoecology QUB; prehistoric pottery in the Ulster Museum, a tour of the site of the Battle of Yellow Ford and other historic sites in Co Armagh.
Next month's events have the support of the Council of British Archaeology which sponsors an annual Archaeology Day in England and Wales during July and in Scotland each September.
(MB)
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