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Atlatl Day

Saturday, September 12, 2026

9:00 am to 3:00 pm

Try your hand at ancient hunting practices! The technique of using an atlatl or spear throwing stick is an ancient global technology. Join the Eugene Winter Chapter of Mass Archaeological Society, as they teach you the finer points of hunting a wooly mammoth or wooly rhinoceros in the ancient world! Fun and educational for all ages. Learn about tools that Native Americans in Danvers made and used.

If you would like to visit the Rebecca Nurse Homestead, admission is $12 adults, $10 seniors and $8 for kids 6-16.

Host

Eugene Winter Chapter of Mass Archaeology Association

https://www.danvershistory.org/2026/09/atlatl-day/

(978) 777-1666

connect@danvershistory.org

Weather Information

Only a strong downpour would keep us from hunting! visit DanversHistory.Org Rain date 9/13

Accessibility

  • Fun for Kids
  • Parking Available

Parking

Parking lot available.

Special Instructions

Wear sturdy shoes.

Scheduling Notes

Rain date Sunday, September 13th.

Location

149 Pine Street, Danvers, MA 01923

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