Discover the Archaeology and Crafts of the Heart of Neolithic Orkney

Life on Orkney may not be that different from our Neolithic ancestors when it comes to farming and building a home (though we don't think too many of you will be spearing your own tea!). But without a Jewsons or a Taits to pick up your tools, how did they even get started? Our boys in the know, archaeologists Chris Gee and Hugo Anderson-Whymark will be providing the DIY know-how with a Neolithic tool-making workshop and a demonstration in the art of flint knapping. And we'll continue with the hands-on approach with a chance to handle items from the Historic Scotland Rangers' handling collection. Our highly approachable Rangers will be talking about the archaeology and landscape surrounding Orkney’s World Heritage Site, including Skara Brae, Maeshowe, the Stones of Stenness and the Ring of Brodgar. If you've always had a niggling question about any of the history around you, feel free to test the Rangers! Wrap up the day with a splurge of pottery making, learn how our ancestors made their own paint, and make your own Neolithic pot!

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Website
www.orkney.gov.uk/Service-Directory/S/orkney-museum.htm

Source: http://www.culture24.org.uk/sc000080?id=EVENT523111