?Understanding Hunter-Gatherer Grinding Technology through Experimentation?
The San Diego Archaeological Center is pleased to invite the public to participate in an experimental archaeology project supported by the National Science Foundation.
This project seeks to generate new data that will improve our understanding of how and why stone grinding tools used to process foods and other substances changed over the course of 9000 years of human history.
A team of Native Americans and archaeologists will supervise participants as they grind acorns, seeds, and dry clay using replicated manos, metates, mortars, and pestles. By measuring and recording results and observations, participants will help determine efficiency and use-wear criteria that can be applied to archaeological grinding tool assemblages.
Participants will benefit from a collaborative multi-cultural, multi-generational learning experience that emphasizes the scientific process.
All equipment, materials, and supplies will be provided by the Center.
Participants (age 12 and above) may register individually or as a group for one or more sessions. Space is limited; sign up for a space now.
Pre-registration: There is no charge to participate in this project but pre-registration is required. Please contact Annemarie Cox, Programs Coordinator, via email at
Dates: Saturday February 23 (10:00 am and 12:00)
Times: Varies as posted. 3-hour time commitment.
For more information please visit: www.sandiegoarchaeology.org
The San Diego Archaeological Center is pleased to invite the public to participate in an experimental archaeology project supported by the National Science Foundation.
This project seeks to generate new data that will improve our understanding of how and why stone grinding tools used to process foods and other substances changed over the course of 9000 years of human history.
A team of Native Americans and archaeologists will supervise participants as they grind acorns, seeds, and dry clay using replicated manos, metates, mortars, and pestles. By measuring and recording results and observations, participants will help determine efficiency and use-wear criteria that can be applied to archaeological grinding tool assemblages.
Participants will benefit from a collaborative multi-cultural, multi-generational learning experience that emphasizes the scientific process.
All equipment, materials, and supplies will be provided by the Center.
Participants (age 12 and above) may register individually or as a group for one or more sessions. Space is limited; sign up for a space now.
Pre-registration: There is no charge to participate in this project but pre-registration is required. Please contact Annemarie Cox, Programs Coordinator, via email at
Dates: Saturday February 23 (10:00 am and 12:00)
Times: Varies as posted. 3-hour time commitment.
For more information please visit: www.sandiegoarchaeology.org
