Shaping Our Past With Clay

A demonstration on the importance of clay artifacts at an archaeological site.

August 19, 2011, 10:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. and 2:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.

How significant are all those clay artifacts that archaeologists find during an excavation? Join Jacquey Ryan as she discusses the importance of clay objects in the daily life of former inhabitants, how they were constructed and how archaeologists use them when establishing a date for the site. Stop by and try your hand creating your very own clay pottery.

Cost: Included in regular admission

Location: Cupids Cove Plantation, PHS

Contact for more information:

Rowena Smith, Site Supervisor

Tel: (709) 528-1344

Email: bthc@baccalieudigs.ca