Archaeology Day

Archaeology is the study of the people who came before us. How they ate, how they interacted, how they lived. Come out to the Garden of the Gods Visitor and Nature Center for a fun day full of archaeology! The Pikes Peak Chapter of the Colorado Archaeological Society will have stations set up around the Visitor Center for kids of all ages to explore pottery, rock art, and lithics! This day will be interactive, educational, and FREE! More information to come!The Pikes Peak Chapter of the Colorado Archaeological Society will have stations set up around the Visitor Center for kids of all ages to explore pottery, rock art, and lithics, along with touch tables from Colorado Springs Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services.

Special Program:
For the adults, we’ll have a special program from City of Colorado Springs’ Lead Archaeologist and the Manager of Garden of the Gods Park, Anna Cordova, on the “Stewardship of Colorado Springs’ Archaeological Resources” from 1 – 2 p.m. in the Red Rocks Room.

Stewardship of Colorado Springs’ Archaeological Resources
The City of Colorado Springs is rich in archaeology. Over the course of the last three years, Lead Archaeologist, Anna Cordova has handled a variety of projects involving the City’s cultural and archaeological resources. Some of her recent endeavors have included overseeing multiple projects in Garden of the Gods Park, conducting survey and test excavation at Corral Bluffs, assisting with full surveys of Austin Bluffs Open Space and Cheyenne Canon Park, and many more. The projects have involved public engagement, tribal consultation, field work, lab work, collaboration with the Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum, and partnerships with various agencies. This presentation will explore the challenges, successes, and rewards of the efforts that go into the stewardship of Colorado Springs’ archaeological assets.

• This event is FREE and open to the public of all ages
• If you have any questions about this program, please email programs@gardenofgods.com