Digging up the Past at the John Balch House

Saturday, September 28, 2024

Digging up the Past at the John Balch House

Date & Time

Saturday, September 28, 2024

Time Slot(s):

9:30 am to 4:00 pm

Description

Have you heard the expression, “one person’s trash is another person’s treasure”? Become an archaeologist at the historic John Balch house with this program focusing on excavations performed at the house in 1998. Examine a selection of objects found during the dig, find out about what they were used for and when they were using it, then get your hands dirty by digging in a makeshift pit yourself! Tours of the house are offered throughout the day.

Special Instructions

The John Balch house is not handicap accessible.

Address

448 Cabot Street, Beverly, MA 01915

448 Cabot Street, Beverly, MA 01915

Directions

Accessibility

Fun for Kids

Parking Available

Event Category

  • Arts & Culture
  • Early Settlement
  • Historic House
  • History
  • Museum

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