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The Big Dig  Going Underground at the Museum of London Docklands
London’s long and turbulent past is right under our feet. And this Summer the Museum of London Docklands will be digging it up as they celebrate a summer of archaeology with The Big Dig, a specially designed family experience which runs from 11th July to 6th September 2009.
Indiana Jones "wannabes" will be kitted up with a hard hat and trowel and get to search for genuine artefacts in their own trenches, just like real archaeologists! The Museum's experts will be on hand to show them how to record, analyse, identify and interpret finds, which all form a vital part of a bigger puzzle. Participants will then down tools and see how their discoveries give us evidence of ancient buildings. Piece by piece the fascinating world of early Londoners will be uncovered.
Along the way, The Big Dig’s young history hunters will learn what archaeology tells us about the lives of people from the past, where finds go once they’ve been uncovered and how we know how old objects are. Plus, as proof of their new-found archaeological skills and knowledge, all those taking part will receive an official certificate to take home. Each session lasts for one hour.
Tickets for The Big Dig include same day admission to the Museum. With an all access pass visitors can spend the rest of the day making a splash in Mudlarks, the interactive children’s gallery which brings the history of London’s docks to life. Or they can head into the Museum galleries and see spectacular finds unearthed in London, from Roman flagons to World War II bombs.
The Big Dig runs from 11th July to 6th September 2009 at Museum of London Docklands.
Prices
Entry £5* (Museum annual ticket holders £3.50*
Family (2 adults and 2-3 children) £18
The Big Dig plus annual unlimited Museum entry £7.50
*Includes same day free admission to the Museum.
Booking Line: 020 7001 9844
Groups of 10 or more people can receive a 20% discount by calling 020 7001 9844 or emailing groups@museumoflondon.org.uk.
For more information, visit the Museum's website (opens in a new window).
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