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Native American Skills Workshop for Kids at Dickson Mounds May 11
ISM Location: Dickson Mounds
For Immediate Release:
LEWISTOWN, IL – At Dickson Mounds Museum on Saturday, May 11 from 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m., a new Kid’s Workshop “Native American Skills-From Forest to Food” will focus on implementing ancient Native American skills for hunting. Participants will learn to track animals, create and throw a spear using an atlatl, and cook food over an open fire. The program will include a flint-knapping demonstration as well as a fire-starting demonstration to showcase the primitive skills required to survive.
Registration is required by May 8 and space is limited. The workshop is for kids ages 9-16 years old and parents/adult guardians are welcome to participate. Activities and topics are subject to change depending on weather conditions. Dress appropriately for this outdoor activity. Call the Museum at (309) 547-3721 to register or for more information.
The Illinois State Museum-Dickson Mounds is located between Lewistown and Havana off Illinois Routes 78 and 97. The museum is open free to the public from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. every day. Tours and special programs are available for groups with reservations. For more information call 309-547-3721 or TTY 217-782-9175. Also visit us on Facebook at Illinois State Museum-Dickson Mounds or online at the Dickson Mounds link on the Illinois State Museum website at www.illinoisstatemuseum.org.
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Contact Person: Christa Christensen
Contact Email: christa.christensen@illinois.gov
Contact Phone: (309) 547-3721
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