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Puzzle of the Past: Archaeology at Fort George & Buckingham House Provincial Historic Site

Where were the Fort buildings actually located? How were the buildings constructed? What was it like to really live at Fort George or Buckingham House? The science of archaeology lets you understand the clues left in the ground. Want to explore the archaeological secrets of the forts? Try your hand at archaeological puzzles! Piece together clues left in the landscape to understand life in the fur trade. Try out a simulated dig, explore the materials that survived being buried for 200 years, and those that didn’t. An event with something for all ages.

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Traveller Type
Families & Kids

Skill Level
Beginner

Duration
1-2 hours

Guided
GuidedSelf-guided

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